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Introduced
12/28/2023
12/28/2023
In Committee
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/08/2024
03/08/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to the mandatory waiting period for handgun purchases; amending s. 790.0655, F.S.; revising the mandatory 3-day waiting period to apply only to handguns, rather than to firearms; removing a provision authorizing that the mandatory waiting period expire upon completion of a records check; revising records requirements relating to firearm sales to apply only to handguns; removing specified exceptions to the mandatory waiting period; conforming provisions to changes made by the act; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill amends Florida's current law on the mandatory waiting period for firearm purchases. It revises the waiting period to apply only to handguns, rather than all firearms. The bill removes the provision that allows the waiting period to expire upon completion of a records check, and it revises the records requirements to apply only to handgun sales. The bill also removes certain exceptions to the mandatory waiting period, such as for purchases by concealed carry license holders, trade-ins, and purchases of rifles or shotguns. The bill maintains the 3-day waiting period, excluding weekends and holidays, for handgun purchases at retail. Violating the waiting period requirements can result in third-degree felony charges.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Died in Criminal Justice (on 03/08/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/1124 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/1124/BillText/Filed/HTML |
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