The bill establishes a conditional geriatric release program in Florida, as outlined in the newly created section 947.148 of the Florida Statutes. This program allows individuals aged 65 and older, who have served a minimum of 15 years of their sentence and are not under a death sentence, to apply for conditional geriatric release. The Florida Commission on Offender Review, in collaboration with the Department of Corrections, will oversee the program, which includes the authority to grant or deny release based on public safety considerations and the costs associated with housing the inmate. Importantly, the bill clarifies that there is no inherent right to conditional geriatric release, and the commission has the discretion to revoke such release if conditions are violated.

Additionally, the bill amends existing statutes to incorporate provisions related to conditional geriatric release, including the powers and duties of the commission and the process for handling violations of release conditions. The amendments specify that the commission will determine eligibility and conditions for release, and it outlines the procedures for revocation of release if conditions are breached. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
S 622 Filed: 947.13, 947.141