§ 685.102. Sexual predators residency requirements.  


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  • (a)

    It is unlawful for any person who is required by Florida law to register as a sexual predator to reside within 2,500 feet of any school, public library, day care center, park, playground, or other place where children regularly congregate.

    (b)

    A person residing within 2,500 feet of any school, public library, day care center, park, playground, or other place where children regularly congregate does not commit a violation of this Section, provided that the sexual predator is in full compliance with probation, parole, or conditional release and does not commit another sexual offense, and was in compliance with the residency restrictions prior to July 1, 2005, if any of the following apply:

    (1)

    The person established the permanent residence prior to July 1, 2005.

    (2)

    The person was a minor when he/she committed the offense and was not convicted as an adult.

    (3)

    The person is a minor.

    (4)

    The school, public library or day care center within 2500 feet of the persons permanent residence was opened after the person established the permanent residence.

    (c)

    A person who violates subsection (a) shall be guilty of a class D offence.

    (Ord. 2005-629-E, § 3; Ord. 2010-836-E, § 4)

    Note— Former § 674.502.