Florida H1525 amends the definition of "presence" in lewd or lascivious exhibition cases and sets penalties for such acts.
Florida H1525 amends the definition of "presence" in lewd or lascivious exhibition cases, clarifying that a victim does not need to be aware of or see the act to be considered present. It specifies that a person commits lewd or lascivious exhibition if they intentionally masturbate, expose genitals in a lewd manner, or commit other sexual acts in the presence of a victim under 16 years old. The bill sets penalties for these acts, with offenders aged 18 and older facing a second-degree felony and those under 18 facing a third-degree felony. The act takes effect October 1, 2026.
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