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FL H0611

Bill

Status

Passed

6/25/2019

Primary Sponsor

Criminal Justice Subcommittee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2019 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Law enforcement officers may arrest a person without a warrant when there is probable cause to believe the person committed a criminal racing violation under s. 316.191

  • Changes the arrest standard from requiring an officer to "determine" a person "was engaged in" racing to requiring "probable cause to believe" a person "violated" racing laws

  • Vehicles used in racing violations may be impounded for 30 business days if the arrested person is the registered owner or co-owner

  • Courts must notify registered vehicle owners and lienholders within 7 business days of issuing impoundment or immobilization orders via certified mail

  • Effective date: July 1, 2019

Legislative Description

Motor Vehicle Racing

Last Action

Chapter No. 2019-125

6/25/2019

Committee Referrals

Infrastructure and Security4/24/2019
Judiciary3/20/2019
Criminal Justice Subcommittee2/6/2019

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