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The order cancels local fines imposed between March 1, 2020, and March 10 2021, but does not apply to those owed for violating state orders. It also does not apply to fines issued to hospitals, assisted living facilities or health care providers for similar violations.

Meade said he is a victim of political infighting between DeSantis and Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried.

An executive order issued Wednesday by Governor Ron DeSantis appears to end local fines related to COVID-19 restrictions.

Advocate says it’s important to recognize victory of Florida’s clemency changes DeSantis, Cabinet back sweeping changes to clemency process Published:  Tags:  TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – For the past decade, felons in Florida have had to wait at least five years after being released from prison before becoming eligible to have their civil rights restored. But Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet, acting as the Board of Executive Clemency, did away with the waiting periods on Wednesday. It opens the door for thousands of so-called “returning citizens” to have their rights restored. It...