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Florida Develops Comprehensive Plan to Address  Camping and Sleeping on Public Property

In an effort to address homelessness, effective October 1, 2024, the State of Florida implements its comprehensive plan to preempt local ordinances permitting public camping or sleeping, to provide standards for lawful...more

It’s No Joke: First DCA Upholds Statutory Fines Against Individual Officials for Violations of Florida Firearms Preemption

The Florida Legislature has clearly staked out its role in legislating firearms regulations.  It remains the sole authority to implement laws regarding firearms regulations, and Florida’s courts have consistently prevented...more

On-Duty Law Enforcement Officers are Entitled to Invoke Marsy’s Law Victim Confidentiality

Marsy’s Law was approved by Florida voters in the 2018 general election and amended Article I, Section 16 of the Florida Constitution to provide substantive rights to crime victims.  The Amendment provides crime victims the...more

Florida Governor’s Executive Order 20-91: Florida is Closed, Violators are Subject to Custodial Arrest

The rapid spread of novel coronavirus (COVID 19) throughout Florida has created unprecedented challenges for state and local governments, local businesses, residents, and visitors. Within one month, Florida has transitioned...more

The People Have Spoken: Marsy's Law and its Impact on Law Enforcement Agencies

Marsy’s Law was approved by Florida voters in the 2018 general election and amended Article I, Section 16 of the Florida Constitution to provide substantive rights to crime victims....more

The Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act: Fundamental Changes To Florida's Gun Laws

The Parkland school shooting has prompted significant changes in Florida’s gun laws involving the mentally ill and those who pose a danger to themselves and others. The passage of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School...more

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