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FL S0812
Bill
AI Summary
- Abrogates the common-law remedy of citizen's arrest in Florida by creating Section 901.001, Florida Statutes
- Prohibits any private person who is not a law enforcement officer (as defined in s. 943.10(1)) from arresting another person for a violation of state law
- Exempts law enforcement officers acting outside their jurisdiction, allowing them to arrest a person who commits a felony in their presence or when they have probable cause to believe the person committed a felony
- Exempts individuals who detain, without use of deadly force, a person who has illegally entered their dwelling, vehicle, or vessel until law enforcement arrives
- Effective date of July 1, 2023; sponsored by Senator Simon
Legislative Description
Citizen's Arrest
Last Action
Died in Criminal Justice
5/5/2023
Full Bill Text
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