The Officer Jason Raynor Act is a proposed bill aimed at enhancing protections for law enforcement officers and certain specified personnel against criminal offenses in Florida. It amends several sections of the Florida Statutes, including s. 776.051, which clarifies that individuals cannot use force against law enforcement officers acting in good faith, and introduces a definition for "acting in good faith." The bill also imposes enhanced penalties for manslaughter committed against specified officers by amending s. 782.065 and revises the definition of "law enforcement officer" in s. 784.07 to encompass various types of officers and personnel. Additionally, it clarifies that resisting or obstructing officers in their official duties is a felony and updates the offense severity ranking for battery against law enforcement officers.

In a broader context, SB 234 First Engrossed introduces amendments to existing laws concerning various criminal offenses, particularly focusing on increasing penalties for crimes such as chop shop operations, communications fraud, and the fraudulent use of personal identification information. The bill classifies the fraudulent use of personal identification information valued at $5,000 or more, or involving 10 or more individuals, as a second-degree felony. It also addresses stricter penalties for drug-related offenses occurring near schools and parks, with varying degrees of felony charges based on the nature of the offense. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, marking a significant shift in the legal framework surrounding these criminal activities.

Statutes affected:
S 234 Filed: 776.051, 782.065, 843.01
S 234 e1: 776.051, 782.065, 843.01