The bill amends the Florida Vexatious Litigant Law, specifically section 68.093 of the Florida Statutes, to revise definitions and expand the scope of actions that fall under this law. Key changes include the definition of "action," which now encompasses various types of civil actions governed by specific procedural rules, and the criteria for designating someone as a vexatious litigant, which has been adjusted to include a broader range of behaviors. The bill also introduces new provisions for requiring vexatious litigants to furnish security to cover litigation costs and outlines the consequences for failing to do so, including the potential dismissal of their actions.

Additionally, the bill prohibits clerks of court from accepting filings from individuals designated as vexatious litigants without prior court approval, thereby imposing stricter controls on their ability to initiate new legal actions. An automatic stay is established for actions pending a motion for security, and the bill mandates that the court must maintain a registry of vexatious litigants. The changes aim to streamline the legal process and reduce the burden on the courts from repetitive and frivolous litigation. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
H 1559 Filed: 68.093
H 1559 c1: 68.093
H 1559 c2: 68.093
H 1559 er: 68.093