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HB 1525·FL·house

Lewd or Lascivious Acts

Signed into LawFiled Jan 9, 2026
Sponsor: Judiciary Committee
Latest Action

Chapter No. 2026-159

Jun 17, 2026

Summary

The bill repeals Florida's former Section 800.02 and adds Section 800.035, making it a third‑degree felony to intentionally expose sexual organs or perform non‑contact sexual acts while observing a child under 16 for personal arousal. It also sets limits on victim interviews and clarifies search‑warrant rules for child‑abuse investigations. The law takes effect on October 1, 2026.

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