The bill aims to enhance Florida's legal framework for addressing illegal immigration, terrorist organizations, and transnational organized crime. It amends existing statutes to revise legislative findings and definitions, specifically expanding the definition of "criminal gang" to include "transnational criminal organizations" and "terrorist organizations." New sections are created to establish enhanced penalties for offenses committed to benefit these groups, as well as to allow for the seizure and forfeiture of profits and property associated with their activities. The bill also introduces severe penalties for individuals who lead or manage the activities of hate groups, terrorist organizations, or transnational criminal organizations.

Key provisions include the establishment of enhanced penalties for misdemeanors and felonies linked to these organizations, with specific guidelines for how these penalties can be escalated based on the nature of the offense. Additionally, the bill allows for the forfeiture of assets related to the criminal activities of these groups under the Florida Contraband Forfeiture Act. The legislation emphasizes the state's commitment to maintaining public safety and order by targeting the complex and evolving threats posed by organized crime and related activities.

Statutes affected:
H 1A Filed: 874.03