TALLAHASSEE, Florida (AP) – People protesting in front of private homes in Florida could face jail time and fines under a bill signed Monday by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis.
He said it would prevent protests in Florida such as those held by abortion rights protesters outside the homes of U.S. Supreme Court justices in Virginia.
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The new law will make it a second-degree crime to protest in a way that intentionally harasses or disturbs someone in their home. Violators face up to 60 days in prison and fines of up to $ 500.
But protesters can only be arrested after disregarding law enforcement orders to disperse.
The new law will take effect on October 1st.
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