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FL H0437
Bill
Status
Passed
5/23/2025
Primary Sponsor
Judiciary Committee
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AI Summary
- Amends s. 843.23, F.S., to establish graduated felony penalties for tampering with an electronic monitoring device based on the severity of the underlying charge or sentence: third degree felony (misdemeanor or third degree felony underlying), second degree felony (second degree felony underlying), or first degree felony (first degree felony or higher underlying)
- Defines "electronic monitoring device" as any device used to track a person's location, and prohibits intentionally removing, destroying, altering, damaging, or circumventing such a device ordered by a court or the Florida Commission on Offender Review
- Persons under 18 years of age who violate the tampering provision commit a third degree felony regardless of the underlying offense level
- Requires mandatory revocation of pretrial release for any person who tampers with an electronic monitoring device while on pretrial release; courts may set a new bond only upon a written finding that conditions can protect the community, ensure the accused's appearance, and preserve judicial integrity
- Takes effect October 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Tampering with an Electronic Monitoring Device
Last Action
Chapter No. 2025-78
5/23/2025
Committee Referrals
Judiciary3/14/2025
Criminal Justice Subcommittee2/12/2025
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