FL H0889

Creates Florida Statute 812.0146 to reclassify theft offenses from charitable organizations qualified under Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3)

Establishes tiered felony classifications based on theft amount: first-degree felony for $50,000 or more, second-degree felony for $10,000 to $49,999, and third-degree felony for $300 to $9,999

Requires sentencing judges to order restitution to victims and up to 500 hours of community service for convictions involving theft of more than $1,000 from charitable organizations

Mandates that restitution and community service are in addition to any fine or sentence imposed, not in lieu of them

Takes effect October 1, 2023