Bill > H0321

This bill creates a new section of Florida law (790.0135) that comprehensively prohibits carrying weapons or firearms in numerous specific locations, including police stations, courthouses, polling places, schools, jails, government meeting spaces, airports, and establishments serving alcohol. The bill establishes that individuals cannot carry weapons in these locations unless specifically authorized, with some narrow exceptions like carrying a firearm in a vehicle or for certain university employees. Violations of this prohibition would be considered a second-degree misdemeanor, punishable under existing Florida criminal statutes. The bill also makes conforming amendments to existing statutes (790.013 and 790.06) to align with the new restrictions, such as removing previous language about weapon restrictions and updating identification requirements for those carrying concealed weapons. The new law would require individuals to be aware of and comply with these specific location-based weapon prohibitions, with potential legal consequences for non-compliance. The legislation aims to enhance public safety by limiting weapon carrying in sensitive public and institutional spaces while maintaining some flexibility for lawful weapon possession.

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https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/321