Bill > H1443

This bill expands existing public records exemptions to provide additional privacy protections for crime victims and certain law enforcement officers. The bill modifies Florida Statutes to protect the identity and personal information of crime victims, including their name, home and employment contact details, and personal assets. It creates new provisions specifically shielding documents that could potentially be used to locate or harass victims or their families. For law enforcement officers who become crime victims in the course of their duties, the bill establishes a temporary confidentiality period where their identity remains protected. Initially, an officer's identity will be confidential for 48 hours following an incident, with the potential for the agency head to request extensions up to a total of 30 days if they provide written justification. The bill includes a sunset provision requiring legislative review by October 2, 2030, and emphasizes that these protections are necessary to prevent further trauma to victims and ensure they feel safe cooperating with law enforcement. The legislative findings underline the importance of these exemptions in protecting victims from potential harassment or retaliation, while still maintaining mechanisms for authorized agencies to access necessary information.

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https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/1443