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FL S0466
Bill
AI Summary
- Private counsel retained by a sexual offense victim may be present during the victim's deposition, in addition to the already-permitted victim advocate or representative from a not-for-profit victim services organization
- Results of a toxicology screening conducted on a sexual assault victim during a forensic examination or upon a report of a sexual offense may not be used to prosecute that victim for any misdemeanor drug offense under Chapter 893 (Florida's drug abuse prevention and control statute)
- Amends Section 960.001, Florida Statutes, which establishes guidelines for fair treatment of victims and witnesses in the criminal justice and juvenile justice systems
- Sponsored by Senator Book in the Florida Senate for the 2024 legislative session, with a proposed effective date of July 1, 2024
Legislative Description
Victims of Criminal Offenses
Last Action
Died in Criminal Justice
3/8/2024
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