Bill > S1114

This bill makes several changes to Florida law concerning sex offenses and the registration of sexual predators and offenders. Firstly, it expands the admissibility of out-of-court statements made by child victims in legal proceedings, allowing statements from children aged 16 or younger (instead of 11 or younger) to be considered if certain reliability safeguards are met and the child either testifies or is unavailable with corroborating evidence. Secondly, it modifies the requirements for sexual predators and offenders regarding their driver licenses or identification cards, stipulating that if they are unable to secure or update these documents, they must report specific information to the local sheriff's office and confirm they have also reported it to the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. The bill also updates definitions related to "Internet identifier" to encompass various online communication methods and expands the list of offenses that can lead to designation as a sexual predator or offender, while also refining provisions related to their registration, reporting of changes in personal information, and the process for potential removal from registration requirements under specific circumstances. Additionally, it adjusts penalties for certain sex offenses, clarifies requirements for risk assessments and treatment for those on probation or community control, and mandates national searches for individuals working with children.