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FL S0270
Joint Resolution
AI Summary
- Proposes a constitutional amendment to Section 8 of Article IV regarding gubernatorial clemency powers
- Authorizes the Legislature to prescribe additional circumstances under which the Governor may suspend or remit fines and forfeitures, grant reprieves, restore civil rights, and commute punishments
- Adds language "and except as otherwise prescribed by law" to the Governor's clemency authority, allowing legislative limits or conditions on executive clemency decisions
- Requires submission to Florida voters for approval at the next general election or earlier special election authorized by law
- Applies to all offenses except cases of treason and impeachment convictions
Legislative Description
Restoration of Civil Rights
Last Action
Died in Judiciary
5/5/2017
Committee Referrals
Judiciary3/7/2017
Criminal Justice1/25/2017
Full Bill Text
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