FL S0104

Creates section 828.126, Florida Statutes, prohibiting knowing sexual conduct or sexual contact with animals, with detailed definitions covering touching, fondling, penetration, and transfer of semen for purposes of sexual gratification or arousal.

Prohibits causing, aiding, abetting, or permitting sexual conduct with animals, as well as organizing, promoting, conducting, advertising, or participating in animal sexual abuse for commercial or recreational purposes.

Establishes violations as first-degree misdemeanors punishable under Florida Statutes sections 775.082 or 775.083.

Exempts accepted animal husbandry practices, conformation judging practices, and accepted veterinary medical practices from the prohibition.

Takes effect October 1, 2010.