Bill > S1610

This bill creates a new law to protect the personal information of certain public servants in Florida, such as law enforcement officers, judges, prosecutors, and their family members, by establishing a mechanism to prevent data brokers from disclosing sensitive personal details. The bill defines "protected information" as home addresses, telephone numbers, email addresses, social security numbers, driver's license numbers, vehicle identifiers, and mobile device tracking information. Covered persons or their authorized agents can submit a written notice to data brokers demanding they cease disclosing their protected information, and data brokers must comply within 10 business days or face potential civil action. If a data broker violates the nondisclosure request, the covered person can sue for damages, including a minimum of $1,000 per violation, potential punitive damages, and attorney's fees. The law includes exceptions for disclosures authorized by the covered person or for facilitating a transaction initiated by them. The bill aims to protect public servants from potential threats, violence, and intimidation by limiting the accessibility of their personal information, recognizing the increased risks faced by those in public service due to technological advancements that make personal data more readily available.

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/1610