Florida § 585.23 - Owners of animals and premises under quarantine to comply with rules.
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§ 585.23. Owners of animals and premises under quarantine to comply with rules.
All persons in charge of quarantined animals, and all owners in possession of any lot, yard, pasture, field, stall, enclosure, barn, or building which has been quarantined, shall comply with all rules prescribed by the department within a reasonable time, and clean and disinfect such animals or premises, and shall destroy carriers, or cause, or means of communicating any contagious, infectious, or communicable diseases affecting such animals or infecting such premises.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 585.23
What does Florida Statutes § 585.23 cover?
Section 585.23 ("Owners of animals and premises under quarantine to comply with rules.") 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 § 585.23?
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