FL H0317

Prohibits defendants from using a victim's actual or perceived sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression as a legal defense to criminal charges

Bars nonviolent sexual advances from being used to excuse, justify, or mitigate criminal conduct

Applies the prohibition to all three stages: defense against charges, justification of conduct, and mitigation during sentencing

Defines "sexual orientation" as actual or perceived heterosexuality, homosexuality, or bisexuality

Creates new Section 900.06 in Florida Statutes, effective July 1, 2026