Florida § 379.231 - Regulation of nonnative animals.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 379.231 — Regulation of nonnative animals., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 379.231. Regulation of nonnative animals.
(1) It is unlawful to import for sale or use, or to release within this state, any species of the animal kingdom not native to Florida unless authorized by the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. (2) A person in violation of this section commits a Level Three violation under s. 379.4015.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 379.231
What does Florida Statutes § 379.231 cover?
Section 379.231 ("Regulation of nonnative animals.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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