On July 1, 2024 the Gabby Petito Act became law in Florida, offering enhanced protections for domestic violence victim-survivors.
This section contains information about relevant legislation to empower Florida based survivors of coercive control to protect themselves and loved ones from abuse and its enablers.
The state of Florida is a pioneer in expanding its domestic violence legislation to include coercive control. However, gaps remain in its laws and law enforcement training, hindering the effective implementation.
On July 1, 2024 the Gabby Petito Act became law in Florida, offering enhanced protections for domestic violence victim-survivors.