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FL S1428

FL S1428
Public Records/Human Trafficking Victim Expunction


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Introduced
03/02/2023
In Committee
03/09/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/05/2023

Introduced Session

2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Providing that a petition for human trafficking victim expunction and all pleadings and documents related to the petition are confidential and exempt from public records requirements; providing for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption; providing a statement of public necessity, etc.

AI Summary

This bill amends Florida Statutes to provide that a petition for human trafficking victim expunction, as well as all related pleadings and documents, are confidential and exempt from public records requirements. This is intended to protect human trafficking victims from potential discrimination by keeping the details of their past private as they work to rebuild their lives. The exemption is subject to a sunset review, meaning it will expire in 2028 unless the legislature reviews and reenacts it.

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died in Children, Families, and Elder Affairs, companion bill(s) passed, see SB 1210 (Ch. 2023-84) (on 05/05/2023)

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