Florida § 768.12 - Motor vehicle colliding with any animal at large on a public highway.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 768.12 — Motor vehicle colliding with any animal at large on a public highway., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 768.12. Motor vehicle colliding with any animal at large on a public highway.
Whenever a motor vehicle collides with any animal at large on a public highway of this state, and the operator of the motor vehicle dies as a result of the collision, the owner of such animal shall have no cause of action against the personal representative of the estate of the said deceased operator on account of any injuries to, or the death of, such animal, resulting from the collision.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 768.12
What does Florida Statutes § 768.12 cover?
Section 768.12 ("Motor vehicle colliding with any animal at large on a public highway.") 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 § 768.12?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 768.12" (Florida). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 768.12 apply to my situation?
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