Florida H1369 establishes penalties for late-filed financial interest disclosures by state and local officers.

Florida H1369 amends the state statutes to set penalties for late-filed financial interest disclosures by state and local officers. It establishes a fine of $25 per day for each day late, up to a maximum of $1,500. However, this $1,500 limit on automatic fines does not restrict the civil penalty that may be imposed if the statement is filed more than 60 days after the deadline and a complaint is filed. The bill also allows for the waiver of fines for the first late filing under certain conditions and provides for an appeal process. The changes take effect on January 1, 2024.

Florida H1369 establishes penalties for late-filed financial interest disclosures by state and local officers.

Florida H1369 amends the state statutes to set penalties for late-filed financial interest disclosures by state and local officers. It establishes a fine of $25 per day for each day late, up to a maximum of $1,500. However, this $1,500 limit on automatic fines does not restrict the civil penalty that may be imposed if the statement is filed more than 60 days after the deadline and a complaint is filed. The bill also allows for the waiver of fines for the first late filing under certain conditions and provides for an appeal process. The changes take effect on January 1, 2024.