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Committee advances CS for SB 760, the 'Victim Safety and Pretrial Release Act'

Senate Criminal and Civil Justice Committee · February 12, 2026

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Summary

The Senate Criminal and Civil Justice Committee advanced CS for SB 760, which targets willful violations of court-ordered no-contact conditions by defendants on pretrial release; the bill was presented by Senator MacLean, drew a support waiver from Florida's Sheriff's Association, and was reported favorably by voice/roll call.

The Senate Criminal and Civil Justice Committee on Monday advanced CS for SB 760, the "Victim Safety and Pretrial Release Act," which targets willful violations of court-ordered no-contact conditions by defendants on pretrial release.

Senator MacLean, recognized to explain the measure, said, "CS for SB 760 is the Victim Safety and Pretrial Release Act. This bill is focused in narrow. It addresses willful violations of court ordered no contact conditions for defendants on pretrial release for serious violent crimes." She asked the committee to consider the bill on that narrow basis.

The clerk read appearance forms; Tim Parson with Florida's Sheriff's Association waived in support. With no debate offered on the floor, Senator MacLean waived closing. The clerk then called the roll; Senators recorded saying "yes" included Senator Osgood, Senator Simon, Senator Yarbrough, Vice Chair Martin and Chair Garcia. By that vote the committee reported CS for SB 760 favorably.

The committee did not take up the budget today and moved through other agenda items. CS for SB 760 will proceed in the Senate process as reported favorably from this committee.