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FL H1165
Bill
Status
Failed
5/5/2023
Primary Sponsor
Wyman Duggan
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AI Summary
- Creates s. 768.0701, F.S., requiring the trier of fact to consider the comparative fault of all persons who contributed to an injury in premises liability lawsuits against property owners, lessors, operators, or managers when a lawful visitor is harmed by a third party's criminal act
- Establishes a presumption against liability for owners or operators of multifamily complexes (residential buildings with at least 5 dwelling units) who substantially implement specified safety and security measures
- Required security measures include security cameras at entry/exit points with 30-day video retention, lighted parking lots (minimum 1.8 foot-candles), illuminated walkways and common areas, 1-inch deadbolts, window/sliding door locks, keyed/fobbed pool gates, and peepholes on unit doors
- Mandates completion of a security assessment by January 1, 2025, performed by law enforcement or a certified Florida Crime Prevention Practitioner, with substantial compliance with recommendations demonstrated within 6 months
- Allows owners or operators to deviate from the listed security measures without losing the presumption against liability if the deviation follows recommendations from a qualified security assessment completed within the past 5 years; effective July 1, 2023
Legislative Description
Premises Liability for Criminal Acts of Third Parties
Last Action
Died in Civil Justice Subcommittee; companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/HB 837 (Ch. 2023-15)
5/5/2023
Committee Referrals
Civil Justice Subcommittee3/6/2023
Full Bill Text
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