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FL S0588
Bill
AI Summary
- Repeals Florida Statute § 768.36, which currently allows defendants in civil actions to assert an "alcohol or drug defense" against plaintiffs
- Eliminates the provision that bars a plaintiff from recovering damages in a civil lawsuit if the plaintiff was under the influence of alcoholic beverages or drugs at the time of the incident
- Sponsored by Senator Yarborough in the Florida Senate for the 2024 legislative session
- Effective date of July 1, 2024
Legislative Description
Alcohol or Drug Defense
Last Action
Died in Rules
3/8/2024
Committee Referrals
Rules1/18/2024
Fiscal Policy1/9/2024
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