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FL S1798

FL S1798
Mandatory Minimum Sentences


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Introduced
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2011 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AI Summary

This bill proposes to amend several Florida Statutes to remove mandatory minimum prison sentences for various offenses, including leaving the scene of a crash involving death, DUI manslaughter, unlicensed sale or purchase of saltwater products, violations related to horse meat, insurance fraud, possession or use of a weapon during certain felonies, criminal use of personal identification information, intentionally defective workmanship related to defense or war efforts, drug offenses near schools or parks, and various drug trafficking offenses. The bill effectively eliminates these specific mandatory minimums, allowing judges more discretion in sentencing within the existing penalty structures for these crimes.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration (on 05/07/2011)

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