The bill amends section 119.071 of the Florida Statutes to expand the public records exemption for the names of crime victims and related documents that could be used to locate or harass them or their families. It specifies that any document revealing the identity of a crime victim, including their name, address, and personal assets, is exempt from public records laws. Additionally, it introduces a new provision that protects the identity of law enforcement officers who become crime victims during their official duties for a period of 48 hours, with the possibility of extending this confidentiality for up to 30 days under certain conditions.

Furthermore, the bill includes a statement of public necessity, emphasizing the importance of protecting the identities of crime victims to prevent further trauma and encourage cooperation with law enforcement. The exemptions created by this bill are subject to the Open Government Sunset Review Act, which means they will be reviewed and may be repealed by the Legislature in the future. The act is set to take effect upon becoming law.

Statutes affected:
H 1443 Filed: 119.071