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HB 1293

Fraudulent Entry of Residential Dwellings

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Yvette Benarroch and 5 co-sponsors

Florida bill establishing or strengthening criminal penalties for entering residential dwellings through fraudulent means to enhance home security protections.

Chapter No. 2026-143
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Bill Summary · HB 1293

Legislative bill overview

HB 1293 addresses criminal penalties related to fraudulent entry into residential dwellings in Florida. The bill has been introduced and referred to multiple subcommittees for review, though specific statutory language details are not provided in the action summary. This appears to be early-stage legislation focused on clarifying or enhancing criminal liability for unauthorized entry into homes through deceptive means.

Why is this important

Property crimes and home invasions affect public safety and residents' sense of security in their own homes. Clarifying legal definitions and penalties for fraudulent entry helps law enforcement prosecute offenders more effectively and may serve as a deterrent. The bill's progression through Criminal Justice and Budget committees suggests lawmakers view this as a priority for strengthening residential protections.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition clarity: The bill's specific definition of "fraudulent entry" may be debated—whether it covers impersonation of officials, posing as service workers, or other deceptive tactics, and how it distinguishes from simple trespassing
  • Sentencing proportionality: Questions may arise about appropriate criminal penalties and whether proposed sentences align with similar property crime offenses or if they represent a significant increase
  • Enforcement practicality: Concerns about how law enforcement will investigate and prove fraudulent intent versus accidental or ambiguous entry situations, and resource allocation implications

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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