Florida's HB 559 bill passed the Senate, creating new felonies for animal cruelty involving minors and increasing penalties.

Florida launched a statewide animal abuse database, known as "Dexter's Law," ahead of its 2026 deadline. The public, searchable list contains the names of individuals convicted of or pleading no ...

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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A major part of Florida’s new animal cruelty law is now in effect, but some animal advocates and dog owners said the new system falls short of expectations. Known as Dexter’s Law, ...

BOND. IN WEST PALM BEACH, JOLIE RODRIGUEZ, WPBF 25 NEWS. IN 2026, A SET OF LAWS ARE TAKING EFFECT AIMED TO PROTECT ANIMALS FROM ABUSE. DEXTER’S LAW WILL REQUIRE THE DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT TO ...

Punishment for animal abusers in Florida is about to get a lot tougher. On Wednesday, March 4, the Senate unanimously passed HB 559 from Sen. Kristen Arrington, D-Kissimmee, and Rep. Linda Chaney, ...