The bill amends section 539.001 of the Florida Statutes, specifically regarding pawnbroker transaction forms. It authorizes these forms to be completed in either digital or printed formats, with specific requirements for each format. For printed forms, the size must be 8 1/2 inches by 11 inches, while digital forms must use a font size of at least 12 points. The bill also stipulates that the pawnbroker transaction form must elicit required information in either format, allowing pawnbrokers the flexibility to choose which format to use.

Additionally, the bill outlines the recordkeeping and reporting requirements for pawnbrokers, including the maintenance of transaction forms for at least one year and the delivery of these forms to law enforcement officials. If a pawnbroker opts for electronic transactions, they are not required to submit printed copies of the transaction forms, but must still provide original printed forms upon request for criminal investigations. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 139 Filed: 539.001