Florida § 590.61 Forestry arson alert program

Florida Statutes

§ 590.61 — Forestry arson alert program

Florida § 590.61

TitleXXXV

Ch. 590FOREST PROTECTION

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Fla. Stat. § 590.61 (2026).

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The forestry arson alert program is hereby established within the department. The purpose of this program is to:

(1)Engage in any lawful activity to enhance public awareness of the economic costs, environmental damage, and cultural deprivations which accompany forest fires.

(2)Engage in any lawful activity to enhance public awareness of the importance of quick reports of forest arson and of accurate reporting of information to law enforcement officials to the apprehension of persons engaged in forest arson.

(3)Reward public-spirited citizens who cooperate with law enforcement officials in the apprehension and conviction of persons engaged in forest arson.

(4)Provide public recognition to public-spirited citizens who contribute to the prevention of forest arson through education pro

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The forestry arson alert program is hereby established within the department. The purpose of this program is to:

(1) Engage in any lawful activity to enhance public awareness of the economic costs, environmental damage, and cultural deprivations which accompany forest fires.

(2) Engage in any lawful activity to enhance public awareness of the importance of quick reports of forest arson and of accurate reporting of information to law enforcement officials to the apprehension of persons engaged in forest arson.

(3) Reward public-spirited citizens who cooperate with law enforcement officials in the apprehension and conviction of persons engaged in forest arson.

(4) Provide public recognition to public-spirited citizens who contribute to the prevention of forest arson through education programs and assistance to law enforcement officials.