This bill amends section 914.25 of the Florida Statutes to revise the definition of "serious felony offense" to include additional crimes. Specifically, it adds "battery by strangulation, human smuggling, human trafficking, or any other felony that involves the use or threat of physical force or violence against any individual" to the list of offenses that qualify as serious felonies. The bill also reenacts sections 914.27 and 943.031 to ensure that the confidentiality provisions related to victim and witness information remain consistent with the updated definition in section 914.25.

The bill emphasizes the importance of protecting the identities and locations of victims and witnesses involved in serious felony cases, ensuring that such information remains confidential and exempt from public disclosure. It allows for the sharing of this information among law enforcement agencies to facilitate protective services while maintaining confidentiality. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 1100 Filed: 914.25