Florida · Florida Statutes — Title XLVI, Crimes
Fla. Stat. (Crimes) § 775.0863: Evidencing prejudice while committing offense against person with mental or physical disability; reclassification
What this law says, in plain English
This statute increases criminal penalties when any felony or misdemeanor targets a victim with mental or physical disability due to prejudice. It also creates a civil cause of action for damages and attorney fees against those who coerce or intimidate others in violation of this provision.
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