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FL S0106
Bill
AI Summary
- Amends Florida Statute 825.1035 to authorize substitute service on "unascertainable respondents" in injunction cases protecting vulnerable adults from exploitation, where the respondent's identity cannot be determined or is unknown and communication methods make tracing impractical
- Requires petitioners to file a sworn affidavit detailing why the respondent is unascertainable, how the respondent contacted the vulnerable adult, all known identifying information (pseudonyms, email addresses, phone numbers, social media handles, etc.), and evidence that a proposed fund transfer is a response to fraud
- Courts must order the petitioner to serve the unascertainable respondent using the same communication method the respondent used to contact the vulnerable adult, within 2 business days of a temporary injunction or final hearing being set
- Disputed funds or property subject to a final injunction order using substitute service must be held for 30 days from the date of the final order before being distributed for the vulnerable adult's benefit
- Takes effect July 1, 2025, and is to be construed for the benefit and protection of vulnerable adults
Legislative Description
Exploitation of Vulnerable Adults
Last Action
Chapter No. 2025-158
6/23/2025
Committee Referrals
Rules3/12/2025
Judiciary3/5/2025
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