The bill amends Florida Statutes concerning offenses related to fleeing or attempting to elude law enforcement officers. It removes the requirement for law enforcement vehicles to display "insignia and other jurisdictional markings" prominently. Additionally, it establishes a mandatory minimum sentence of three years for individuals convicted of aggravated fleeing or eluding that results in serious bodily injury or death, while allowing courts the discretion to impose greater sentences as permitted by law. The bill also reclassifies certain offenses within the Criminal Punishment Code, elevating the severity of the offense for high-speed driving or reckless behavior while fleeing from law enforcement.

Moreover, the bill introduces a new provision that categorizes "aggravated fleeing or eluding" as a second-degree felony and modifies the sentencing scoring system by adding new multipliers for specific offenses, particularly those related to fleeing law enforcement and gang-related crimes. It clarifies the assessment of sentence points for community sanction violations, indicating that a new felony conviction will lead to a higher point assessment. These amendments aim to enhance penalties for repeat offenders and serious crimes, ultimately strengthening Florida's criminal justice framework. The act is scheduled to take effect on October 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 113 c1: 921.0024
H 113 c2: 921.0024
H 113 er: 921.0024