The bill amends section 825.1035 of the Florida Statutes to enhance protections for vulnerable adults against exploitation, particularly in cases involving unascertainable respondents. It introduces a new subsection that allows for substitute service on individuals whose identities cannot be determined, defined as "unascertainable respondents." To initiate this substitute service, petitioners must file a sworn affidavit detailing their attempts to identify the respondent, the nature of the communication between the respondent and the vulnerable adult, and any relevant identifying information. The court is then required to issue an order for service through the same means of communication used by the unascertainable respondent.

Additionally, the bill mandates that any proposed transfer of funds or property in dispute must be held for 30 days following the issuance of a final order of injunction, ensuring that vulnerable adults are protected during this period. The bill emphasizes the importance of safeguarding vulnerable adults and outlines specific requirements for petitioners to follow in cases involving unascertainable respondents. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.