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Introduced
01/14/2019
01/14/2019
In Committee
01/25/2019
01/25/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/03/2019
05/03/2019
Introduced Session
2019 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Declaring that certain contracts entered into on or after a specified date for the sale or lease of a pet are void and unenforceable as being against the public policy of this state; providing an exception, etc.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the leasing of pets and the use of pets as collateral in sales contracts entered into on or after July 1, 2019. The bill defines a "pet" as a living animal acquired primarily for companionship, and a "pet dealer" as defined in existing law. It voids and deems unenforceable any contract that transfers pet ownership or leases a pet with an option to transfer ownership at the end of the lease. The consumer who takes possession of a pet under such a prohibited contract is considered the owner and is entitled to a refund of all amounts paid. Violators can face civil fines up to $500 for a first offense and up to $1,000 for subsequent offenses.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died in Judiciary (on 05/03/2019)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2019/316 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2019/316/BillText/Filed/HTML |
| Bill | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2019/316/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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