summary
Introduced
01/02/2024
01/02/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/08/2024
03/08/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to storage of firearms in motor vehicles or vessels; creating s. 790.176, F.S.; providing definitions; providing requirements for storage of firearms and ammunition in motor vehicles or vessels; providing criminal penalties; providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill creates a new section of Florida Statutes, Section 790.176, which establishes requirements for the storage of firearms and ammunition in motor vehicles or vessels. The bill defines key terms such as "motor vehicle" and "trunk," and requires that any firearm or ammunition left unattended in a motor vehicle or vessel be kept locked in the trunk, a utility or glove box, or a locked container securely affixed to the vehicle or vessel. Failure to comply with these storage requirements is punishable as a second-degree misdemeanor.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Died in Criminal Justice Subcommittee (on 03/08/2024)
Bill Topics
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Firearms and Gun Control
Official Document
bill text
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/1087 | 01/02/2024 |
| BillText | https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/1087/BillText/Filed/PDF | 01/02/2024 |
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