Navigation Sen. Doug Broxson A proposal to extend the shroud of secrecy surrounding executions to suppliers of the lethal drug cocktail is headed to the Senate floor. The Senate Rules Committee voted 9-6 on February 15 to approve SB 1204 by Sen. Doug Broxson, R-Pensacola.
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Legislation to create a Sixth DCA goes to conference
First DCA Tallahassee The fate of a Sixth District Court of Appeal, recommended by the Supreme Court to promote “public trust and confidence in the judiciary,” now rests in the hands of House and Senate negotiators. The Senate voted 39-0 on February 17 to begin a formal conference. A day before, the House voted 87-27 […]
Court sets rules for out-of-state lawyers who work remotely from Florida
The Supreme Court has codified in Bar rules that it’s permissible for an out-of-state licensed attorney to live in Florida and work remotely on matters not connected to Florida, so long as the lawyer and any firm employing the lawyer do not hold out to the public as having a Florida presence. The unanimous court […]
Senate passes bill to make ‘organized retail theft’ a felony
Sen. Jim Boyd Over the objection of criminal justice reform advocates, the Senate has agreed to crack down on “organized retail theft,” also known as “boosting.” The Senate voted 38-0 on February 17 to approve SB 1534 by Sen. Jim Boyd, R-Bradenton.
Senate approves measure to amend service of process laws
Sen. Jennifer Bradley The Senate has signed off on a proposal to update service of process laws, but only after the sponsor eased some concerns. The Senate voted 38-0 on February 17 to approve SB 1062 by Sen. Jennifer Bradley, R-Orange Park.