Polk County Code Section 8-143 makes it unlawful to dump litter on public roads, rights-of-way, public lands, or waterways, and on private property without consent. Under Florida's Litter Law (FS 403.413), dumping up to 15 pounds is a $150 civil penalty, with felony charges for large or commercial dumping.
Polk County Code Section 8-143 prohibits dumping litter in unincorporated areas: unless otherwise authorized by law or permit, it is unlawful to dump litter in any manner or amount on any public highway, road, street, alley or right-of-way, other public lands, or any lake, river, canal or stream, except in containers or areas lawfully provided. Dumping on private property is unlawful without the owner's prior consent. Florida's Litter Law, FS 403.413, layers state penalties on top. Report illegal dumping to Polk County Code Enforcement; the county has added trash drop-off sites to reduce roadside dumping.
Under FS 403.413, dumping up to 15 lbs / 27 cu ft is a noncriminal infraction with a $150 civil penalty; over 500 lbs / 100 cu ft or any commercial dumping is a third-degree felony.
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