FL H7075

Increases the age limit for videotaped testimony and closed circuit television from under 16 to under 18 years old in sections 92.53 and 92.54, allowing courts to order these protections when victims or witnesses would suffer moderate emotional or mental harm from testifying in open court.

Expands the definition of "sexual offense victim or witness" in section 92.55 to include persons under age 18 (previously under 16) when they were victims of or witnesses to a sexual offense.

Authorizes parents, guardians, attorneys, guardians ad litem, and other court-appointed advocates to file motions for protective orders on behalf of child and vulnerable victims or witnesses.

Eliminates corroboration requirements for victim testimony and restricts the admissibility of evidence regarding prior sexual conduct, manner of dress, and reputation in prosecutions for human trafficking and lewd or lascivious offenses under sections 787.06, 794.011, and 800.04.

Takes effect October 1, 2016.