This bill aims to strengthen Florida's legal framework for combating illegal immigration, terrorist organizations, and transnational organized crime. It amends existing statutes to revise legislative findings and definitions, particularly expanding the definition of "criminal gang" to include "transnational criminal organizations" and "terrorist organizations." New sections are created to enhance penalties for offenses committed to benefit these groups, allowing for increased punishment for misdemeanors and felonies based on the motivations behind the crimes. Additionally, the bill establishes that all profits and property associated with activities of hate groups, terrorist organizations, and transnational criminal organizations are subject to seizure and forfeiture under the Florida Contraband Forfeiture Act.

Furthermore, the bill introduces severe penalties for individuals who knowingly lead or manage activities related to hate groups, terrorist organizations, or transnational criminal organizations, classifying such actions as a felony of the first degree. The legislation emphasizes the state's compelling interest in maintaining public safety and order by addressing the threats posed by these criminal entities. It also includes a severability clause to ensure that if any part of the act is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions will still be enforceable. The act is set to take effect upon becoming law.

Statutes affected:
S 6A Filed: 874.03