Florida sheriff issues warning for authorities enforcing homeless crackdown

Proponents of a new Florida law prohibiting the homeless from sleeping outside say it will increase quality of life by clearing sidewalks and public places of homeless people who clog up these areas.

Michael Dorgan is a writer for Fox News Digital and Fox Business.

The new law, one of the strictest anti-homelessness measures in the nation, came into effect last week and bans camping on streets, sidewalks and in parks. Local governments are required to offer temporary housing to the homeless, where individuals will be prohibited from using drugs. They must also be offered substance abuse and mental health treatment. You can send tips to michael.dorgan@fox.com and follow him on Twitter @M_Dorgan.