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FL H0457

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/7/2025

Primary Sponsor

Criminal Justice Subcommittee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a new third-degree murder offense under s. 782.04, Florida Statutes, for the unlawful killing of a person resulting from the distribution of fentanyl or fentanyl analogs by a person under 18 years of age
  • Applies when the distributor knew or reasonably should have known the substance contained dangerous fentanyl or fentanyl analogs, and the substance is proven to have caused or been a substantial factor in the user's death
  • Defines "dangerous fentanyl or fentanyl analogs" by reference to the controlled substances listed in s. 893.135(1)(c)4.a.(I)–(VII)
  • Classifies the offense as a second-degree felony, punishable under ss. 775.082, 775.083, or 775.084
  • Takes effect July 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Unlawful Distribution of Controlled Substances Resulting in Death

Last Action

Laid on Table, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/SB 612 (Ch. 2025-69)

4/29/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary4/2/2025
Criminal Justice Subcommittee2/19/2025

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