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FL H0079
Bill
Status
Introduced
12/30/2024
Primary Sponsor
Nathan Boyles
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AI Summary
- Animal cruelty offenses committed during a declared state of emergency (under s. 252.36) within the designated emergency area are elevated from a first-degree misdemeanor to a third-degree felony
- Under current law, animal cruelty (unnecessary overloading, overdriving, tormenting, depriving of sustenance or shelter, mutilating, or killing an animal) is a first-degree misdemeanor punishable by up to $5,000 in fines
- The enhanced felony penalty during a state of emergency carries penalties under ss. 775.082, 775.083, and 775.084, which include up to 5 years in prison and up to $5,000 in fines
- Amends section 828.12, Florida Statutes
- Effective date is July 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Animal Cruelty During a Declared State of Emergency
Last Action
Withdrawn prior to introduction, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/SB 150 (Ch. 2025-101)
1/2/2025
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