The bill amends section 119.071 of the Florida Statutes to define "medical examiner" and establish an exemption from public records requirements for the personal identifying and location information of current and former medical examiners, as well as their spouses and children. This exemption includes home addresses, telephone numbers, dates of birth, and photographs, which will not be subject to public disclosure under existing public records laws. The legislation is designed to protect the privacy and safety of these individuals due to the sensitive nature of their work and is subject to the Open Government Sunset Review Act, with a repeal date set for October 2, 2031, unless reviewed and reenacted by the Legislature.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the process for maintaining the exempt status of this information, requiring a written and notarized request from the individuals involved. It mandates that county property appraisers and tax collectors comply with these requests by removing the exempt information from publicly available records. The bill emphasizes the necessity of these protections to mitigate potential security risks and ensure the uninterrupted performance of public duties by medical examiners and their families.

Statutes affected:
S 258 Filed: 119.071