HB 6517·FL·house
Relief/Heriberto A. Sanchez-Mayen/City of St. Petersburg
Signed into LawFiled Nov 24, 2025
Sponsor: Kim Berfield (R)
Latest Action
Chapter No. 2026-228
Jul 1, 2026
Summary
The act directs the City of St. Petersburg to issue a $2.3 million warrant to Heriberto A. Sanchez‑Mayen as compensation for the catastrophic injuries he suffered while being transported by police. It limits attorney fees to 25 % of the award and declares the payment to be the sole settlement of all present and future claims arising from the incident. The law became effective immediately upon being signed.
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