The bill amends Florida Statutes to address sexual cyberharassment by revising definitions, legislative findings, and penalties associated with the offense. It establishes that individuals depicted in sexually explicit images have a reasonable expectation of privacy, even if the images were shared consensually. The bill introduces the term "intimate image" and clarifies that "sexually cyberharass" involves the intentional publication or dissemination of such images without consent, particularly when personal identification information is included or connected to the image. The penalties for sexual cyberharassment are enhanced for repeat offenders, with a misdemeanor charge for first-time offenders and a felony charge for subsequent violations. Additionally, the bill allows for civil actions, including punitive damages, against violators.

Furthermore, the bill revises the definition of "felony sexual offense" for voting rights restoration to include new offenses related to sexual cyberharassment. It specifies the statute of limitations for prosecution, allowing five years for misdemeanors and seven years for felonies, while also providing for civil remedies such as injunctive relief and monetary damages. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 1451 Filed: 784.049, 98.0751