You’ll be arrested for falling asleep in public as October 1 law goes into effect but snoozing in certain spot is exempt

A NEW law designed to ban people from sleeping in public places is to come into force in a US state in just weeks - and offenders could see jail time.

But, there is an exemption for drivers in Florida who snooze in cars that are properly parked.

The bill, which has been signed into law by former presidential candidate Ron DeSantis, will come into effect on October 1, per the

It cracks down on unauthorized camping and public sleeping.

Under the measure, sleeping in public places will be banned, per the

Local officials and state governments could impose penalties such as potential jail time, per the NBC affiliate

The law will allow county officials in Florida to plot out areas that allow camping – but only when shelters in the Sunshine State are full.

However, the sites must be approved by bosses at the Florida Department of Children and Families.

But the shelters must have round-the-clock security and be equipped with bathrooms.

Residents will also be banned from drinking alcohol and taking drugs.

Lawmakers have warned that any new area cannot negatively impact the prices of other properties in the nearby surroundings.

The bill has sparked division among lawmakers.