The bill amends section 741.29 of the Florida Statutes to establish a confidentiality exemption for lethality assessment forms that contain victims' information and responses. Specifically, it states that these forms, completed on, before, or after January 1, 2025, are confidential and exempt from public records requirements. The bill allows for the disclosure of these forms to domestic violence centers and the office of the state attorney, with the stipulation that the state attorney may release the information only in the course of their official duties and to parties involved in pending criminal prosecutions. Additionally, the bill includes a provision for future legislative review and potential repeal of the exemption by October 2, 2030.

The legislation emphasizes the public necessity of keeping lethality assessment forms confidential to protect victims of domestic violence from increased risks of abuse. It asserts that sensitive information contained in these forms could deter victims from participating in assessments if they are not assured of confidentiality. The bill mandates the development of a statewide lethality assessment instrument and form by January 1, 2025, and requires training for law enforcement officers on administering the assessment, which will be made accessible online.