§ 794.03, Fla. Stat. · Chapter 794. SEXUAL BATTERY
Unlawful to publish or broadcast information identifying sexual offense victim.
Text — 2026 Florida Statutes
No person shall print, publish, or broadcast, or cause or allow to be printed, published, or broadcast, in any instrument of mass communication the name, address, or other identifying fact or information of the victim of any sexual offense within this chapter, except as provided in s. 119.071(2)(h) or unless the court determines that such information is no longer confidential and exempt pursuant to s. 92.56. An offense under this section shall constitute a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
s. 1, ch. 6226, 1911; RGS 5053; CGL 7155; s. 2, ch. 74-121; s. 16, ch. 75-298; s. 180, ch. 91-224; s. 1, ch. 94-88; s. 430, ch. 96-406; s. 6, ch. 2008-234.
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The Florida Statutes
- § 92.56, Fla. Stat.Judicial proceedings and court records involving sexual offenses and human trafficking.Printed as s. 92.56
- § 119.071, Fla. Stat.General exemptions from inspection or copying of public records.Printed as s. 119.071(2)(h)
- § 775.082, Fla. Stat.Penalties; applicability of sentencing structures; mandatory minimum sentences for certain reoffenders previously released from prison.Printed as s. 775.082
- § 775.083, Fla. Stat.Fines.Printed as s. 775.083
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