FL H1395

Renumbers subsections (4) through (10) of section 828.122, F.S. as subsections (5) through (11) and adds a new subsection (4) establishing a rebuttable presumption that an animal has been trained or used for fighting.

Creates a rebuttable presumption of animal fighting if the animal exhibits fresh wounds, scarring, or other specific indications of fighting use.

Creates a rebuttable presumption of animal fighting if a person possesses training apparatus, paraphernalia, or drugs known to be used in animal fighting, including gaffs, slashers, sparring muffs, or fighting pits.

Provides that a county or agency is not liable for the cost of an animal seized and awarded to the county or agency custody pursuant to a court order under these provisions.

Corrects cross-references in subsection (3)(f) to reflect the new subsection numbering, effective October 1, 2011.