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FL S0646

FL S0646
Weapons and Firearms


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Introduced
02/01/2017
In Committee
02/16/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/05/2017

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
2017 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Providing that a person licensed to carry a concealed weapon or firearm who is lawfully carrying a firearm does not violate certain provisions if the firearm is temporarily and openly displayed; authorizing each member of the Florida Cabinet to carry a concealed weapon or firearm if he or she is licensed to carry a concealed weapon or firearm and does not have full-time security provided by the Department of Law Enforcement, etc.

AI Summary

This bill makes several changes to Florida's laws regarding weapons and firearms. It provides that a person licensed to carry a concealed weapon or firearm does not violate certain provisions if the firearm is temporarily and openly displayed. The bill also authorizes each member of the Florida Cabinet who is licensed to carry a concealed weapon or firearm and does not have full-time security provided by the Department of Law Enforcement to carry a concealed weapon or firearm anywhere they are not prohibited by federal law. Additionally, the bill reduces the penalties for violations of certain provisions from a misdemeanor to a noncriminal violation with a $25 fine.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died in Judiciary (on 05/05/2017)

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