Florida § 590.081 - Severe drought conditions; burning prohibited.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 590.081 — Severe drought conditions; burning prohibited., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 590.081. Severe drought conditions; burning prohibited.
(1) The Commissioner of Agriculture may declare a severe drought emergency to exist and describe the general boundaries of the area affected. (2) Any declaration by the Commissioner of Agriculture under authority of this section shall be effective immediately upon being filed with the Department of State and shall remain in full force and effect until conditions warrant a revocation. In order to end the declaration, the commissioner must file a revocation of the declaration with the Department of State. (3) It is unlawful for any person to set fire to, or cause fire to be set to, any wild lands or to build a campfire or bonfire or to burn trash or other debris within the designated area of a severe drought emergency unless a written permit is obtained from the Florida Forest Service or its designated agent. (4) Any person violating any of the provisions of this section commits a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 590.081
What does Florida Statutes § 590.081 cover?
Section 590.081 ("Severe drought conditions; burning prohibited.") 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 § 590.081?
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Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 590.081 apply to my situation?
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