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FL S0424
Bill
Status
Failed
5/5/2023
Primary Sponsor
Criminal Justice
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AI Summary
- Extends the reporting window for eliminating the statute of limitations on first or second degree felony sexual battery offenses against victims aged 18 or older from 72 hours to 21 days after the offense is committed
- Reports made within the 21-day window can be filed with either a law enforcement agency or a licensed practitioner under Florida chapters 458 (medicine), 459 (osteopathic medicine), 490 (psychology), or 491 (clinical social work/mental health counseling)
- Retains the existing provision allowing prosecution at any time for offenses against victims 16 or older if reported to law enforcement within 72 hours
- Maintains the 8-year statute of limitations for first or second degree felony sexual battery against victims 16 or older when neither the 72-hour nor 21-day reporting windows are met
- Applies to offenses committed on or after July 1, 2023, the bill's effective date
Legislative Description
Time Limitations for Prosecution of Certain Sexual Battery Offenses
Last Action
Died in Messages
5/5/2023
Committee Referrals
Rules4/5/2023
Full Bill Text
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