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FL S1740
Bill
AI Summary
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Creates Chapter 762, Florida Statutes, titled the "Florida Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act" or "Florida FACE Act" to protect reproductive health services clients, providers, and assistants.
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Prohibits intentionally injuring, intimidating, or interfering with reproductive health services clients, providers, or assistants through force, threat of force, or physical obstruction.
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Establishes criminal penalties of up to 6 months jail and $2,000 fine for first nonviolent physical obstruction violations; up to 1 year jail and $25,000 fine for violent or property damage violations; with enhanced penalties for second or subsequent offenses.
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Authorizes civil actions by aggrieved parties for injunctive relief, compensatory damages, punitive damages, and attorney fees, with statutory damages of $1,000 for nonviolent violations and $5,000 for other violations.
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Allows the Attorney General, state attorney, or city attorney to pursue civil actions with penalties up to $2,000 for first nonviolent violations and $15,000 for other first violations; and authorizes courts to issue restraining orders, restrict photography, and allow use of pseudonyms to protect safety and privacy.
Legislative Description
Access to Clinics
Last Action
Died in Criminal Justice
5/5/2017