Funds Compensation for Wounded Former Deputy
Florida · S0020 · Introduced Aug 7, 2026
Why it matters
Hernandez would receive state money for injuries from a 2007 shooting, with attorney fees limited. Certain liens on that money would be waived, the bill says.
What it does
- Appropriates state funds to compensate Maury Hernandez for his injuries and economic damages
- Limits the payment of compensation and attorney fees
- States legislative intent that certain liens on the payment be waived
Introduced
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About this bill
Would appropriate state funds to compensate former deputy Maury Hernandez for injuries from a 2007 shooting. It would also cap attorney fees and state intent that certain liens be waived.
Relief of Maury Hernandez by the Department of Corrections
Perspectives
💬 The case for
Police associations and the Broward County Sheriff's Office back the bill. They say the state owes Hernandez a moral obligation for his injuries.
💬 The case against
Budget watchdogs would likely say a court already dismissed the claim for lack of legal duty. They may argue the payment sets a costly precedent.
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