FL S1052

Amends chapter 705 provisions on lost or abandoned property to exclude theme parks, entertainment complexes, zoos, museums, aquariums, public food service establishments, and public lodging establishments if the owner or operator elects to comply with new procedures.

Lost or abandoned property found at eligible facilities must be delivered to the facility's owner or operator, who shall record the date the property was found.

Property not claimed within 30 days (or longer period as deemed appropriate by the facility) may be disposed of or donated to a charitable institution exempt under Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3).

Rightful owners may reclaim property at any time before disposition or donation, subject to the facility's established policies and procedures.

Effective July 1, 2018.