Little known laws: Florida Statute 794.075 – Sexual predators; erectile dysfunction drugs
Here’s something that’s apparently been on the books for a while but we were not aware of:
(1) A person may not possess a prescription drug, as defined in s. 499.003(40), for the purpose of treating erectile dysfunction if the person is designated as a sexual predator under s. 775.21.
(2) A person who violates a provision of this section for the first time commits a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083. A person who violates a provision of this section a second or subsequent time commits a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083.
Should the legislature dictate which prescription medications someone can take?
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How do you justify statement, dr.?
bwj
ask doctor?
A legally married offender is not allowed medical treatment afforded other married couples. The “medication” is allowed all “Americans” by the FDA.
Sex offenders shouldnt be allowed to use Viagra… Catnip will do wonders
richard
Legally is the KEY question?
What does that mean d? “Legally is the KEY question.”
According to several articles, there is little evidence showing that treating sexual dysfunction in registrants increases or decreases their risk of reoffending. Some research suggests that treating sexual dysfunction in offenders where offending is driven by non-sexual factors may not increase recidivism risk. Restricting access to essential healthcare for sex offenders raises constitutional and ethical questions, including claims of interference with fundamental liberties and cruel and unusual punishment.
I agree with no funny stuff after release. This qualifies as funny stuff. Good statute!
I’m not surprised. The government tries to tell women that have not broken any laws (maybr questionable morals maybe, in some circumstances) but have not broken any laws, what they can and cannot do with their own bodies as well.
It’s funny to see all the opposition we get on this forum. Self righteous and judgemental, never once understanding that a lot of us made a one time mistake. A lack of judgment and poor decision on our part. Not knowing what happened to us as children etc. They get on here with a “control/punish” mentality. Never once coming up with a solution or preventative measure to stop sex offense from happening in the first place. Obviously the registry stops people from committing sex crimes (sarcasm). Some are on the registry just for indecent exposure/public urination. Probably drunk or unaware of their surroundings etc landing them on a life long punishment of the registry in Florida.
But go off and state your immature and ignorant comments. One thing about solutions is to understand why or how something happened. Not being closed-minded and Judgemental.
I doubt this would stand up in court.
As far as I can tell from thoroughly researching Florida appellate court decisions, no person has ever been convicted of this crime in the State of Florida. It’s possible no person has even ever be charged with it. It is almost certainly unconstitutional.