New Florida laws take effect Oct. 1: Here's what to know
The laws add felony penalties, raise crash-reporting thresholds and require stricter financial reporting for specialty license plate groups.
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New Florida laws take effect Oct. 1: Here's what to know
From stricter rules for renters and drivers to tougher criminal penalties for street violence and drug trafficking, approximately a dozen new laws are taking effect on October 1, 2026. Here are the main statutes to know about.
New Laws, Final $1 Minimum Wage Hike Arrive with October
By Jim Turner, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE --- Among the new laws taking effect Oct. 1 are changes in how police identify criminal gang members, a new penalty for those who involve minors in animal fighting, and a clarification on license plate frame rules. The final $1 increase in the state’s voter-approved minimum
Florida will apply from October 1, 2026 a new law on special plates. Know what changes, what new designs are and if you need to replace the license plate of your car.
Florida will apply from October 1, 2026 a new law on special plates. Know what changes, what new designs are and if you need to replace the license plate of your car.
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