Florida’s controversial “anti-riot” law, signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis in 2021, resurfaced ahead of nationwide “No Kings” protests and a parade celebrating President Donald Trump’s birthday in Washington, D.C.
The law grants civil immunity to drivers who injure or kill someone while fleeing a protest blocking a roadway, but only if the driver claims they feared for their safety. Critics argue this provision encourages reckless behavior and endangers public safety.
