FL S1886

Adds cellular telephones and portable communication devices to the list of contraband prohibited in county detention facilities without authorization from the sheriff or officer in charge.

Defines "portable communication device" to include cellular phones, two-way pagers, handheld radios, Blackberry-type devices, PDAs, laptop computers, and similar technology designed to transmit messages, access data, or connect to the Internet.

Excludes from the contraband prohibition any communication devices approved or issued by the sheriff for investigative, security, or official business purposes.

Creates separate criminal penalties: first-degree misdemeanor for violations involving written communications, currency, food, clothing, or tobacco products; third-degree felony for violations involving drugs, firearms, escape aids, or portable communication devices.

Updates the Criminal Punishment Code offense severity ranking chart to reflect the new contraband offense classification as a third-degree felony.