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FL S1742
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/9/2026
Primary Sponsor
Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice
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AI Summary
- Creates new Florida crime of "indecent exposure of sexual organs while observing a child" for intentionally exposing sexual organs or performing sexual acts while viewing a child under 16 for sexual gratification
- Classifies the offense as a third-degree felony under Florida sentencing guidelines
- Defines "observing" as intentionally viewing another person while being reasonably capable of being seen by that person
- Eliminates defense claims that the child was unaware of the conduct or did not see the offender's sexual organs
- Provides exceptions for mothers breastfeeding and individuals who are nude in designated areas
- Repeals existing statute 800.02 relating to "unnatural and lascivious acts" while conforming related statutes on interview limits and search warrants
Legislative Description
Indecent Exposure of Sexual Organs While Observing a Child
Last Action
Laid on Table, refer to CS/CS/HB 1525
3/10/2026
Committee Referrals
Fiscal Policy2/26/2026
Appropriations Subcommittee on Criminal and Civil Justice1/28/2026
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