I found this:
"As mentioned above, under Florida law, any “nuisance” animal caught in a trap must either be humanely killed or released on the same contiguous property where it was caught"
Seems like maybe the "crime" was drowning it? That isn't very humane. But he likely didn't have options, probably would have been in a lot more trouble if he did it with a gunpowder firearm which is more humane. I guess he could have called animal control and see if they would dispatch it. Still, I can't imagine killing a coon "inhumanely" would be a jailable offense, more of a minor misdemeanor fine "crime".
Geez, if that were to be common here, heck with the family, I'd be looking at real firearms.
Bruce, you know where I stand on that issue! Arm yourself before that constitutional right is taken away from it's citizens. You never know when the need will appear to protect your family. Come home to find a wild eyed coyote sitting on your front step? Any other wild critter that has no fear of humans? God forbid that it should ever happen, but there's also the threat from a drug crazed human. Bottom line is this: If it comes down to the bottom line, I will be protecting innocent lives.
And, that is why I believe that coon got a ride in a boat. In no way should that man have been penalized.
