This bill amends several sections of Florida Statutes to require the electronic transmittal of court orders and related documents by the clerk of the court within specified timeframes. Specifically, it mandates that after a court issues an ex parte order for involuntary commitment, the clerk must electronically submit the order to the sheriff or law enforcement agency within six business hours. Similar requirements are established for the electronic submission of summonses and petitions for involuntary services, as well as risk protection orders, ensuring that law enforcement agencies receive necessary documents promptly for effective service.

The bill also includes changes to the language used in the statutes, replacing terms such as "shall" with "must" to emphasize the mandatory nature of these actions. Additionally, it specifies that electronic copies of orders must be certified by the clerk and served in the same manner as certified copies. The effective date for these changes is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 774 Filed: 394.463, 397.68151
S 774 c1: 394.463, 397.68151