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FL H0783
Bill
Status
Failed
6/16/2025
Primary Sponsor
Robert Brackett
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AI Summary
- Creates s. 775.37, Florida Statutes, allowing courts to impose a "modified sentence" below the required specified term of imprisonment or mandatory minimum for veterans with mental health conditions related to their military service
- Requires the court to find on the record that the defendant is a veteran with a service-related mental health condition and that the standard required sentence is not necessary for the protection of the public
- Modified sentences may include a waiver of restrictions on the defendant's eligibility for gain-time or early release
- Excludes defendants being sentenced for sexual offenses enumerated in s. 943.0435(1)(h)1.a.(I) (the sex offender registration statute)
- Effective date of July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Sentencing of Military Veterans with Mental Health Conditions
Last Action
Died in Criminal Justice Subcommittee
6/16/2025
Committee Referrals
Criminal Justice Subcommittee2/26/2025
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