Hope Dean - Fresh Take Florida
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Experts are worried the number of cases reported to help lines and law enforcement don't reflect the reality of elder violence. -
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The charges range from violent and disorderly conduct to theft of government property. -
Under the House and Senate bills, violators would risk a first-degree misdemeanor charge and could face up to one year in jail, one year of probation and a fine of up to $1,000. -
Under Florida’s sovereign immunity law, payouts by government agencies are limited unless the plaintiff successfully petitions the Legislature to direct them to pay the remainder.
