Dangerous Fentanyl Exposure of First Responder
An adult who recklessly exposes a first responder to dangerous fentanyl or fentanyl analogs while unlawfully possessing them, causing overdose or serious bodily injury.
Florida Statute
§ 893.132
Dangerous fentanyl exposure of first responder resulting in overdose or serious bodily injury
Quick Summary
Confirm adult status, unlawful possession, reckless exposure of a first responder acting officially, qualifying dangerous fentanyl or analog, and the resulting harm.
Elements of the Offense
Elements of the Offense
- Element 1
The defendant was at least 18 years old and unlawfully possessed dangerous fentanyl or a dangerous fentanyl analog.
Plain language: Confirm adult status, unlawful possession, and that the substance fits the statutory dangerous-fentanyl definition.
- Element 2
During that possession, the defendant recklessly exposed a first responder acting in an official capacity, and the exposure resulted in the responder's overdose or serious bodily injury.
Plain language: Recklessness, qualifying first-responder status, exposure, and the resulting harm must all be established.
Important Definitions
Important Definitions
First responder
A statutorily defined law-enforcement, correctional, fire, emergency-medical, or paramedic professional acting in an official capacity.
Additional Notes
Additional Notes
Quick Reference
This is a distinct first-responder exposure offense. Confirm the dangerous-fentanyl definition, reckless exposure, official-capacity status, and resulting harm.