This bill amends section 119.071 of the Florida Statutes to expand public records exemptions for crime victims. It defines key terms such as "victim," "officer," and "use of force incident," and specifies that the name and personal identification number of a victim, along with any information that could be used to locate, intimidate, harass, or abuse the victim or their family, will be exempt from public records laws. Additionally, it establishes that records identifying law enforcement officers involved in use of force incidents will also be confidential for a specified timeframe, with provisions for extending this confidentiality.

The bill includes a statement of public necessity, emphasizing the importance of protecting crime victims from intimidation and harassment, and asserts that the release of such information could deter victims from cooperating with law enforcement. The exemptions will be subject to review and potential repeal by the Legislature, with a sunset provision set for October 2, 2031. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
S 350 Filed: 119.071