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FL S0232
Bill
Status
Passed
5/26/2023
Primary Sponsor
Criminal Justice
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AI Summary
- Creates s. 817.5695, F.S., establishing the criminal offense of exploitation of a person 65 years of age or older through deception, intimidation, bribery, or kickbacks to obtain or control their property, funds, or services
- Establishes tiered felony penalties: first-degree felony for exploitation involving $50,000 or more, second-degree felony for $10,000 to less than $50,000, and third-degree felony for less than $10,000
- Specifies that not knowing the victim's age is not a valid defense, and allows the state to request an expedited trial based on the victim's age and health
- Authorizes persons 65 or older in imminent danger of exploitation to petition for an injunction for protection, with violations subject to penalties under existing vulnerable adult injunction statutes
- Amends the statute of limitations to allow prosecution within 5 years of the offense, with an additional 5-year window from the date of discovery for offenses involving fraud or breach of fiduciary obligation, effective October 1, 2023
Legislative Description
Exploitation of Vulnerable Persons
Last Action
Chapter No. 2023-133
5/26/2023
Committee Referrals
Fiscal Policy3/15/2023
Full Bill Text
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