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What Weapons Can I Carry With a Florida Concealed Carry Permit?
If you have your Florida concealed carry permit you've probably wondered "What types of weapons am I legally allowed to carry concealed?" Florida Concealed Carry Laws outline five items that we are... ...more
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November 11, 2022•1 min read
When Is It Legal To Use Non-Deadly Force In Florida?
Concealed carry is when your firearm is physically on your body or about your person. Florida Statutes 790.001(2) "Concealed firearm" means any firearm, ..., which is carried on or about a person in s... ...more
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October 11, 2022•5 min read
Top 10 Questions About Traveling With Firearms
The primary requirement is that the firearm must never be in the felon’s possession. In my opinion, the best thing to do is to keep the firearm physically on your body. I think it would be very danger... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
August 24, 2022•5 min read
When Is It Legal to Use Deadly Force In The State of Florida?
One of the most common questions I receive during my Florida concealed carry permit course is "When Is It Legal to Use a Firearm In Self Defense In The State of Florida?" This is a very complicated... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
August 10, 2022•11 min read
A Complete Guide to The Florida Castle Doctrine Law
If you've lived in Florida for a while, you've probably heard of the Florida castle doctrine law. The castle doctrine gives you the legal right to use or threaten the use of a firearm when you are loc... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
February 16, 2022•12 min read
Can I Show My Firearm When I’m Angry?
Brandishing is the intentional showing of your firearm in a rude, careless, angry, or threatening manner, not justified in self-defense. This Is Illegal... On December 10, 2020, Thomas Michael Bar... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
February 10, 2022•1 min read
What To Do During A Traffic Stop While Carrying Concealed?
It was around 10 p.m., and I was driving down HWY 60, weaving in and out of traffic, when suddenly I noticed flashing lights behind me. After I pulled over, the deputy asked me why I was driving like... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
November 02, 2021•3 min read
The Most Important Thing You Can Do After a Self Defense Shooting...
During your interview with detectives, they are going to ask you questions about the shooting, and they will ask you to tell the story of exactly what happened over and over again. They are doing t... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
August 06, 2021•2 min read
Top 10 Questions About Where You Can Legally Carry a Firearm in Florida?
In this article I will the top 10 questions that I receive about were you are legally allowed to carry a firearm in the state of Florida. ...more
Concealed Carry Law
August 05, 2021•4 min read
Is It Legal to Wear a Face Mask With a Florida Concealed Carry Permit?
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic started, lots of Americans have been walking around with face masks, and I have been getting hundreds of emails, text messages, and comments with people asking, “Is it... ...more
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August 03, 2021•3 min read
Top 10 Questions About Florida's Castle Doctrine Law
What are the top 10 questions about Florida Castle Doctrine Law? Let's answer those now! ...more
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August 03, 2021•9 min read
New Florida Concealed Carry Bill Aimed at Concealed Carry in Church
One of the common misbeliefs that a lot of brand new concealed carry permit holders have is they think they're prohibited from having a gun in a church, and this is just not accurate. There is nothing... ...more
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April 30, 2021•4 min read
Does Florida Have a Three-Step Rule?
The three-step rule says that in order to transport a firearm inside of a vehicle, there has to be three distinct actions that a person must take to gain access to the firearm. An example of this woul... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
April 03, 2021•2 min read
How to Legally Transport a Firearm on a Boat in Florida
Possessing a firearm on a boat is very similar to possessing a firearm inside of your car because both are considered to be a conveyance. Florida Statutes 776.013(5)(c) "Vehicle" means a conveyance ... ...more
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March 10, 2021•2 min read
Are Concealed Carry Vehicle Magnets Legal in Florida?
Have you ever wondered, “Can I mount a firearm in my vehicle legally?” As I mentioned in a previous article, Florida statute 790.25(5) states; Florida Statutes 790.25 (5) It is lawful and is not a v... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
March 10, 2021•5 min read
How to Transport a Firearm in a Vehicle in Florida
Have you ever wondered "How do I legally transport a firearm inside my vehicle in Florida?" In this article Im going to show you how Florida Statutes 790.25 (5) POSSESSION IN PRIVATE CONVEYANCE. ….i... ...more
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March 10, 2021•2 min read
Is It Legal to Concealed Carry at an Amusement Park in Florida?
Can I carry a firearm into an amusement park with a Florida concealed carry permit? Recently this has become a very common question I receive during Florida concealed carry courses. Florida Statutes... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
March 10, 2021•3 min read
Florida Private Gun Sales Rules
I frequently get asked about how to sell a gun in Florida, if the sale is private. Here are some important rules and tips to keep you legal and safe--what do you need to sell a gun in Florida. You do ... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
March 07, 2021•5 min read
What is Florida's Preemption Law?
Florida Statutes 790.33 Field of regulation of firearms and ammunition preempted .— (1) PREEMPTION.—Except as expressly provided by the State Constitution or general law, the Legislature hereby declar... ...more
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February 18, 2021•3 min read
The TRUTH About The Second Amendment
Over the years, I have heard dozens of different interpretations of the Second Amendment. For such a short sentence, the meaning is heavily debated among gun owners and gun grabbers. The gun grabbers ... ...more
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February 18, 2021•19 min read
Does Florida Have Risk Protection Orders aka Red Flag Laws?
In the state of Florida, a risk protection order (red flag) must be submitted by a law enforcement officer or law enforcement agency. Some states allow red flags to be initiated by friends, family mem... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
February 18, 2021•8 min read
The TRUTH About No Guns Allowed Signs in Florida
Have you ever seen a No Guns Allowed sign? I'm sure you've seen these signs at movie theaters, banks, businesses, hospitals, or military bases. Currently, these signs hold very little weight in Flori... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
February 18, 2021•2 min read
How to Purchase a Firearm from a Gun Store in Florida
When you attempt to purchase a firearm, you’ll need to complete an ATF Form 4473. This document will ask for some basic information about yourself, such as name, date of birth, Social Security number,... ...more
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February 18, 2021•7 min read
Where Can You Carry a Concealed Weapon in Florida?
A Florida concealed carry permit allows you to carry your firearm with you to a majority of the places you would go. There are only a few areas where having a firearm, concealed or not, is illegal. Pr... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
February 18, 2021•12 min read
Can My Employer Prohibit Concealed Carry in Florida?
If you plan to carry your firearm at work, you need to understand how your employer can and cannot restrict your possession of a gun. In Florida, some companies may prohibit you from possessing a fir... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
February 18, 2021•3 min read
Florida Concealed Carry | This Ammunition is Illegal in Florida
According to this statute, it is unlawful to manufacture, sell, offer for sale, or possess flechette shells, bolo shells, dragon’s breath, or exploding bullets. A little side note: I’ve never heard of... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
February 18, 2021•3 min read
How to Purchase a Firearm at a Gun Show in Florida
Florida gun shows are large events where promoters rent large public venues and rent tables to individuals and businesses to display and sell their products or services. These sellers offer a wide v... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
February 18, 2021•3 min read
How to Fly With a Gun
Flying with a firearm is extremely easy and legal if you follow the three steps outlined in this article. First, you need to understand the federal law Second, you need to research your airlines poli... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
February 18, 2021•5 min read
How to Legally Purchase a Firearm as a Gift
My wife and children know that I love firearms; because of this, I frequently receive guns as gifts. In fact, many years ago Tiffany purchased a 1911 pistol from a local gun store and had a message en... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
February 18, 2021•2 min read
Who is Not Allowed to Purchase a Firearm in Florida?
According to Florida Statute 790.065(2), the State of Florida prohibits the following individuals from purchasing a firearm. A person convicted of a felony A person convicted of a misdemeanor crime ... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
February 18, 2021•4 min read
Do I Have to Register My Firearms in Florida?
When you purchase a firearm from a Federal Firearms Dealer (FFL), the form you have to complete is called an ATF Form 4473. This is just a form used to document the purchase of a firearm. The paperwo... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
February 18, 2021•3 min read
How to Purchase a Firearm Online
Despite what gun grabbers claim, you cannot purchase a firearm online and somehow bypass the law. I buy a lot of firearms online because it makes it easy to shop for the best price, avoid taxes, and ... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
February 18, 2021•1 min read
The Truth About the Florida Bump Stock Ban
Immediately after the Parkland high school shooting, politicians began scrambling to figure out what law they could pass to show they were doing something to curb gun violence. We all know one thing ... ...more
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February 18, 2021•2 min read
Florida Concealed Carry Under a Mandatory Evacuation Order
In September 2017, Florida residents were bracing for Hurricane Irma, which was a massive category five hurricane headed straight towards us. An estimated 6.5 million Florida residents were ordered t... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
February 18, 2021•2 min read
Can I Use a Firearm to Protect Personal Property In Florida?
Florida Statute 776.031 (2) A person is justified in using or threatening to use deadly force only if he or she reasonably believes that such conduct is necessary to prevent the imminent commission of... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
November 14, 2020•6 min read
Can I Get a Florida Concealed Carry Permit with a Medical Marijuana Card?
If you use marijuana and you're buying a gun, whether you're buying it through a gun dealer, a private seller, or receiving a firearm as a gift, you are in possession of that firearm illegally. That m... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
September 09, 2020•6 min read
Is It Legal To Buy a Firearm From a Private Seller?
I frequently get asked about the process of selling a firearm through a private sale. Here are some important rules and tips to keep you legal and safe. ...more
Concealed Carry Law
January 01, 2020•4 min read
Traveling with a Firearm on an Airplane
Traveling with a Firearm on an Airplane with or without a concealed weapons permit. Many people are shocked to learn that you can transport a firearm while on an airplane. Of course TSA has some very... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
November 01, 2019•7 min read
Can You Open Carry a Firearm in Florida?
Is Open Carry Legal In Florida? First let's discuss what open carry means. Open carry is when you can see the firearm openly exposed like you would see with a police officer, and it is legal in the f... ...more
Concealed Carry Law
November 27, 2017•3 min read
Guns In The Car: What's Legal?
The most common question I receive is “What are the rules about having a firearm in my car without a concealed weapons permit?” First let's take a look at Florida vehicle carry laws in Florida Statute... ...more
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November 27, 2017•5 min read
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