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Introduced
01/17/2018
01/17/2018
In Committee
03/06/2018
03/06/2018
Crossed Over
03/05/2018
03/05/2018
Passed
Dead
03/10/2018
03/10/2018
Introduced Session
2018 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Provides mandatory minimum sentence for certain human trafficking offenses; expands definition of term "adult theater"; prohibits assessing certain fees & costs to victims of human trafficking seeking criminal records expungement.
AI Summary
This bill makes several key changes to Florida's laws related to human trafficking:
1. It establishes a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years imprisonment for certain human trafficking offenses, including trafficking of minors, using coercion for labor/services, and using coercion for commercial sexual activity.
2. It expands the definition of an "adult theater" to include any business that features a person engaging in specific sexual activities for observation by a patron.
3. It prohibits assessing any filing or copy fees to victims of human trafficking who are seeking to have their criminal records expunged.
The bill aims to increase penalties for human trafficking crimes and remove financial barriers for victims seeking to clear their criminal records related to their victimization.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Justice
Sponsors (3)
Other Sponsors (1)
Criminal Justice Subcommittee (House)
Last Action
Died in Criminal Justice (on 03/10/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2018/7039 |
| Bill | http://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2018/7039/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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