Bill
Bill > S1034
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Introduced
12/20/2023
12/20/2023
In Committee
01/04/2024
01/04/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/08/2024
03/08/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to representation by counsel in hearings on petitions for risk protection orders; amending s. 790.401, F.S.; specifying that a respondent has the right to be represented by counsel; requiring that the court’s notice of hearing inform the respondent of his or her right to be represented by counsel; requiring the appointment of counsel if the respondent is indigent and desires representation; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill amends Florida Statute 790.401, which governs risk protection orders, to specify that a respondent has the right to be represented by counsel in hearings on petitions for risk protection orders. The bill requires the court's notice of hearing to inform the respondent of this right, and if the respondent is indigent and desires representation, the court must appoint counsel as provided in Florida's laws on indigent representation. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2024.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died in Criminal Justice (on 03/08/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/1034 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/1034/BillText/Filed/HTML |
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