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Laws governing citizen arrests may change

In the halls of Florida’s Capitol, a new bill is stirring up conversations and raising eyebrows. House Bill 27, officially titled “An act relating to citizen’s arrest,” is not just another piece of legislation; it’s a potential game-changer in how ordinary individuals may respond to crimes. HB 27 hopes to […]

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Voting rights in Florida: triumph and betrayal

Florida’s quest for voting rights has been a rollercoaster, mixing moments of hope with harsh realities. In 2018, voters celebrated Amendment 4, aiming to restore voting rights for 1.4 million citizens with felony convictions. However, the joy was short-lived as SB 7066 introduced a “pay-to-vote” hurdle, demanding full payment of […]