The bill amends the Florida Sexual Predators Act to enhance the definitions and reporting requirements for sexual predators and offenders. It clarifies terms such as "permanent residence," "temporary residence," and "transient residence," emphasizing the primary living situation of the individual. A significant new requirement mandates that sexual predators report any changes in their residence status, including temporary and transient residences, within 48 hours. Additionally, they must provide detailed information about their employment, vehicles, and electronic communication identifiers, ensuring that all changes are reported promptly either through an online system or in person at the sheriff's office. The bill also establishes criminal penalties for non-compliance with these registration and reporting requirements.
Moreover, the bill introduces new obligations for sexual offenders, including the requirement to report changes in employment status and comprehensive vehicle information. Offenders must report in person annually during their birthday month and every third month thereafter to the sheriff's office, providing detailed personal information. The sheriff's office will determine the appropriate times for offenders to report, ensuring consistency with the new requirements. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, and aims to strengthen the monitoring and accountability of sexual predators and offenders to enhance public safety.