Dexter’s law database in action

A number of new state laws took effect on Jan. 1. One of those laws is Dexter’s law. Dexter’s law mandates that the state ...

Dexter’s Law takes effect, creating a public registry of convicted animal abusers in Florida

A major part of Florida’s new animal cruelty law is now in effect. Known as Dexter’s Law, the legislation establishes a ...

Dexter’s Law database to launch Jan. 1; advocates push for stronger animal cruelty penalties

A Florida law inspired by the killing of a dog named Dexter is entering its next phase, as a statewide animal cruelty ...
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Dexter’s Law among more than 100 laws in Florida taking effect January 1

More than 100 new Florida laws take effect on January 1, 2026. Dexter’s Law creates Florida’s first statewide animal abuse ...
The Floridian

Florida Set to Launch Online Animal Abuse Registry Through 'Dexter's Law'

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is set to launch its new online animal abuse registry on Thursday, January 1st, 2026, which ...
Greene Publishing, Inc.

Dexter’s Law goes into effect

Rick Patrick [email protected] One law that took effect on Thursday, Jan. 1 is called “Dexter’s Law,” although the ...
Hoodline

Florida Launches Statewide Animal Cruelty Database Under Dexter's Law to Prevent Abuse

Florida has launched a statewide animal cruelty database as part of Dexter's Law, providing information on individuals ...
WFLA News Channel 8

Florida enacts Dexter’s and Trooper’s Law to combat animal abuse

TAMPA, Fla. (BLOOM) — Two new state laws aimed at protecting animals and increasing accountability for abusers are set to take effect in Florida, following the recent signing of Dexter’s Law and ...