The bill amends Section 836.115 of the Florida Statutes to address cyberintimidation by publication, specifically targeting the electronic dissemination of personal identification information with malicious intent. It establishes that it is unlawful for individuals to electronically publish another person's personal identification information with the intent to incite violence, commit a crime, or threaten or harass that person. The bill increases the penalties for such actions from a first-degree misdemeanor to a third-degree felony, thereby imposing stricter consequences for offenders.

Additionally, the bill introduces a civil cause of action for individuals whose personal identification information is published in violation of these provisions. It allows aggrieved persons to seek various forms of relief, including injunctive relief, monetary damages, and attorney fees. To succeed in a civil action, the individual must prove the violation by clear and convincing evidence. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 908 Filed: 836.115