FL H0903

Establishes the "Economic Redemption and Restoration of Constitutional Rights Act" to allow persons with criminal convictions to petition circuit courts for relief from legal disabilities, including suspension of civil rights.

Petitioners must file documentation of convictions, sentences served, and proof of completing all court-imposed sanctions; the state attorney receives notice and may object with evidence.

Court grants relief if evidence shows the petitioner has led a law-abiding life since release, is not dangerous to public safety, and granting relief serves the public interest; court must grant or deny petitions in full.

Denied petitioners must wait 1 year before refiling; they may seek de novo judicial review in district court of appeal and are responsible for paying civil case costs.

Relief granted restores all constitutional and civil rights to the full extent provided by law; exceptions apply to sexual predator and sexual offender registration requirements; effective July 1, 2018.