Fla. Stat. 767.135
Attack or bite by unclassified dog that causes death; confiscation; destruction

If a dog that has not been declared dangerous attacks and causes the death of a human, the dog shall be immediately confiscated by an animal control authority, placed in quarantine, if necessary, for the proper length of time or held for 10 business days after the owner is given written notification under s. 767.12, and thereafter destroyed in an expeditious and humane manner. This 10-day time period shall allow the owner to request a hearing under s. 767.12. If the owner files a written appeal under s. 767.12 or this section, the dog must be held and may not be destroyed while the appeal is pending. The owner is responsible for payment of all boarding costs and other fees as may be required to humanely and safely keep the animal during any appeal procedure.

Source: Section 767.135 — Attack or bite by unclassified dog that causes death; confiscation; destruction, https://www.­flsenate.­gov/Laws/Statutes/2024/0767.­135 (accessed Aug. 7, 2025).

Current through Fall 2025

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