SB 1436FLORIDA · STATEWIDESession 2026dead

SB 1436: Grand Jury Testimony and Materials Disclosure

Original title: Grand Jury Testimony and Materials

March 13, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

The bill changes how records are stored and who can access them, potentially allowing for the release of testimony in circumstances deemed necessary to further justice.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Clerk of Court

The clerk is assigned new legal duties to take possession of, preserve, and track the chain of custody for grand jury materials.

State Attorney

The state attorney and their staff are legally required to preserve grand jury materials.

Judiciary

Courts are granted new authority to disclose grand jury materials in specific circumstances.

What changed

Last recorded activity March 13, 2026.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

This bill establishes new procedures for the handling, preservation, and potential disclosure of testimony and materials. It mandates specific duties for clerks of court and state attorneys regarding the maintenance and of these records.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is responsible for keeping grand jury records safe under this bill?

The clerk of court is responsible for taking possession and preserving the materials, while the state attorney and their employees are also required to preserve them.

Can grand jury testimony be released to the public?

The bill authorizes a court to disclose testimony and materials in certain circumstances if it is determined to further justice.

Why It Matters

The bill changes how records are stored and who can access them, potentially allowing for the release of testimony in circumstances deemed necessary to further justice.