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FL S0874
Bill
Status
Failed
6/16/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jonathan Martin
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AI Summary
- Amends Florida's existing forgery statute (s. 831.01, F.S.) to add gift certificates, as defined in s. 501.95, to the list of documents covered under the state's forgery law
- Makes it a criminal offense to falsely make, alter, forge, or counterfeit a gift certificate with the intent to injure or defraud any person
- The offense is classified as a third-degree felony, punishable under Florida's standard felony sentencing provisions (ss. 775.082, 775.083, or 775.084), which carry up to 5 years in prison and a $5,000 fine
- Sponsored by Senator Martin in the Florida Senate for the 2025 legislative session
- Effective date is October 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Gift Certificate Forgery
Last Action
Died in Criminal Justice
6/16/2025
Full Bill Text
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