Gov. DeSantis Signs Bills to Protect Children From Predators

Gov. DeSantis signs bills to protect children from predators

"If we had this bill in place, then Missy would be alive today," Gov. Ron DeSantis said, signing two bills aimed at protecting children from predators and increasing penalties for sexual offenders.

Stronger penalties for sex crimes signed into law

(The Center Square) – Sex offenders and those who commit crimes against children will face stronger penalties in Florida under two bills second-term Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law

Florida Cracks Down on Child Exploitation: DeSantis Signs Tough New Laws Increasing Penalties

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday signed two bills into law aimed at increasing penalties for sexual offenses involving children and tightening pretrial detention rules for certain dangerous crimes. The measures — House Bill 445, known as “Missy’s Law,” and House Bill 1159 — were approved during the 2026 legislative session and focus on expanding […] The post Florida Cracks Down on Child Exploitation: DeSantis Signs Tough New Laws Increasing …

Gov. Desantis Signs Measures Designed To Better Protect Children From Abuse And Predators

By Drew Dixon Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed two measures designed to increase protections for children. At a ceremony in Tampa, DeSantis signed a House bill known as “Missy’s Law” (HB 445) and another measure (HB 1159) designed to set increased mandatory penalties for child sexual offenders. “Missy’s Law,” sponsored by St. Augustine Republican Rep. Sam Greco, is named after a 5-year-old girl, Melissa “Missy” Mogle, who was killed in May in Tallah…

Governor Ron DeSantis signs legislation strengthening protections for children and increasing penalties for sexual offenses

“Today, I signed two important bills to strengthen law and order in Florida by holding dangerous criminals and sex offenders accountable for their crimes. In Florida, we will always fight to protect our children and deliver justice for victims of crimes," said Governor Ron DeSantis. The post Governor Ron DeSantis signs legislation strengthening protections for children and increasing penalties for sexual offenses appeared first on Alachua Chroni…

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed two bills designed to increase protections for children

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed two bills designed to increase protections for children - WTSP Francesco Abbruzzino, The Uncensored Report, LLC       Governor Ron DeSantis   Today in Tampa, I signed legislation that will keep Floridians safe by enhancing penalties for violent criminals and sexual offenders.   ✔️ HB 445, Missy’s Law, ensures that courts keep dangerous…