Florida § 585.20 - Injection of pathogenic organisms into animals.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 585.20 — Injection of pathogenic organisms into animals., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 585.20. Injection of pathogenic organisms into animals.
No person shall inject or otherwise administer to any animal that may be used as food for humans or whose products may be used as food for humans any virus or other substance containing pathogenic or disease producing organisms of a kind that is virulent to humans or which would cause any disease listed by the department as a dangerous transmissible disease in animals, except with the written permission of the State Veterinarian.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 585.20
What does Florida Statutes § 585.20 cover?
Section 585.20 ("Injection of pathogenic organisms into 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.
How do I cite Florida § 585.20?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 585.20 apply to my situation?
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