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Introduced
09/15/2021
09/15/2021
In Committee
09/22/2021
09/22/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/14/2022
03/14/2022
Introduced Session
2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to carrying of firearms without licenses; amending s. 790.01, F.S.; deleting a requirement that a license to carry a concealed firearm is required in order to carry such a firearm; limiting the areas in which a person is prohibited from carrying a concealed firearm; revising criminal penalties; amending s. 790.015, F.S.; revising provisions relating to the carrying of concealed weapons or firearms by persons who are not residents of this state; amending s. 790.06, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; authorizing the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to issue reciprocity licenses to carry concealed weapons or firearms; amending s. 790.145, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; amending s. 790.25, F.S.; specifying that a person not otherwise prohibited by law from possessing a firearm or other weapon may own, possess, and lawfully use firearms and other weapons, ammunition, and supplies for lawful purposes; amending ss. 30.15, 790.053, 790.251, and 921.0022, F.S.; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill removes the requirement for a license to carry a concealed firearm in Florida, except in certain prohibited areas. It also establishes reciprocity for concealed carry licenses issued by other states, allowing them to be recognized in Florida. Additionally, the bill clarifies that a person not otherwise prohibited from possessing a firearm may own, possess, and lawfully use firearms and other weapons for lawful purposes. The bill also makes various conforming changes to existing laws related to the carrying of firearms.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Died in Criminal Justice & Public Safety Subcommittee (on 03/14/2022)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2022/103 |
Bill | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2022/103/BillText/Filed/PDF |
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