Florida S1490 mandates attorneys and agents to notify victims 72 hours before contacting them for information on pending criminal cases.

Florida S1490 establishes a requirement for attorneys, investigators, or agents representing criminal defendants to file a notice of intent 72 hours before contacting a victim for information related to a pending criminal proceeding. This notice is not required if the contact occurs during a court proceeding or deposition. The notice must be filed on a standard form developed by the state attorney in each judicial circuit. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Florida S1490 mandates attorneys and agents to notify victims 72 hours before contacting them for information on pending criminal cases.

Florida S1490 establishes a requirement for attorneys, investigators, or agents representing criminal defendants to file a notice of intent 72 hours before contacting a victim for information related to a pending criminal proceeding. This notice is not required if the contact occurs during a court proceeding or deposition. The notice must be filed on a standard form developed by the state attorney in each judicial circuit. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.