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FL H1171
Bill
Status
Passed
4/29/2024
Primary Sponsor
Judiciary Committee
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AI Summary
- Expands the definition of "scheme to defraud" under the Florida Communications Fraud Act (s. 817.034) to include endorsements of nonconsenting parties as a method of fraud
- Reclassifies fraud offenses one degree higher when committed against persons 65 years of age or older, minors, or persons with mental or physical disabilities — up to and including reclassification of a first-degree felony to a life felony
- Creates a civil cause of action allowing any person whose image or likeness was used without consent in a scheme to defraud to sue for damages, in addition to any existing common law or statutory remedies
- Retains existing penalty thresholds for organized fraud ($50,000+ for first-degree felony, $20,000–$49,999 for second-degree, under $20,000 for third-degree) and communications fraud ($300+ for third-degree felony, under $300 for first-degree misdemeanor)
- Takes effect October 1, 2024
Legislative Description
Schemes to Defraud
Last Action
Chapter No. 2024-129
4/29/2024
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/5/2024
Justice Appropriations Subcommittee1/29/2024
Criminal Justice Subcommittee1/9/2024
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