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FL S1412

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/8/2016

Primary Sponsor

David Simmons

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Origin

Senate

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends section 903.047, Florida Statutes to revise requirements for notifying defendants of no contact orders issued as a condition of pretrial release
  • Changes requirement from defendant receiving a copy of the no contact order to being informed in writing of the order and its prohibited acts before release from custody
  • Maintains that no contact orders are effective immediately and enforceable for the duration of pretrial release or until modified by the court
  • Prohibits communication (direct or indirect), physical contact, and proximity within 500 feet of the victim's residence, vehicle, workplace, or frequently visited locations, with limited exceptions for child-related contact and attorney communications
  • Effective date: July 1, 2016

Legislative Description

Orders of No Contact

Last Action

Chapter No. 2016-204

4/8/2016

Committee Referrals

Rules2/22/2016
Criminal Justice2/9/2016
Judiciary1/14/2016

Full Bill Text

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