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What type of legislative action will Florida take regarding child abuse cases by the end of 2024?
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Increased funding for child protection services • 25%
New reporting requirements • 25%
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Florida state legislative records or official government announcements
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Florida Babysitter Gets 3 Years for 2019 Death in 1984 Infant Abuse Case
Aug 21, 2024, 09:16 PM
A former babysitter in Florida has pleaded guilty to manslaughter for the 2019 death of a man she was accused of injuring as an infant in 1984. The incident involved severe shaking that left the infant disabled, leading to his death decades later. The babysitter, who was sentenced to three years in prison, admitted to hitting the baby numerous times. This case highlights the long-term consequences of child abuse and the legal accountability that can follow many years later.
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