FL S0352

Allows certified copies of official public documents to be filed electronically pursuant to s. 28.22205, with electronically filed certified copies admissible to the same extent as originals if they comply with authentication requirements.

Creates new authentication method for copies of court pleadings, orders, and governmental records available on public websites operated by or authorized by governmental agencies.

Requires parties seeking authentication under the new method to file a Notice of Reliance on Electronic Records at least 20 days before a hearing, attaching the document and disclosing the website and web address where it can be located.

Allows other parties to object to document authenticity by filing an affidavit at least 5 days before a hearing, either challenging specific portions or asserting the document does not exist at the specified website.

Courts shall deem documents authentic unless the party seeking authentication fails to satisfy requirements, an objection is sustained, the document content differs materially from the website version, or the court determines the document is not authentic.