Enhances penalties for repeat battery offenders with prior convictions for resisting an officer with violence.
This bill amends Florida law to increase the penalties for individuals who commit a second or subsequent battery offense after having a prior conviction for resisting an officer with violence. Specifically, it classifies such offenses as felonies of the third degree. Additionally, it updates the list of criminal history records ineligible for expunction or sealing to include these enhanced penalties. The changes take effect on July 1, 2026.
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