Justice System Reform & Florida Alimony Law

Monday, 23 January 2012

A recent public opinion poll conducted by the Florida TaxWatch Center for Smart Justice finds that 80% of likely Republican voters support reforms for the state’s criminal and juvenile justice systems.  We’ll take a look at how the results could influence state lawmakers now in their annual legislative session and we’ll explore proposed changes to the justice system that the non-partisan research institute says would reduce the number of non-violent offenders in prison, reduce crime and save money. 

Plus, we’ll examine legislative proposals in the Florida House and Senate aimed at changing the state’s alimony laws.  Supporters of the bill with Florida Alimony Reform say the rules are antiquated and need to be updated to reflect the 21^st century realities of marriage.  Meanwhile opponents of the bill say the change isn’t needed and worry it would diminish a judge’s ability to consider the unique circumstances of each divorce case.  We’ll hear arguments from both sides.