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Florida Gun Laws

Legal information provided is for reference and not legal advice. Consult an attorney for specific legal concerns.


Florida Gun Laws

Legal information provided is for reference and not legal advice. Consult an attorney for specific legal concerns.

Florida Gun Laws and Regulations: A Decade of Change (2013–2023)

Florida’s gun laws have seen significant changes over the past decade, reflecting efforts to balance Second Amendment rights with public safety concerns. This overview highlights key developments in Florida’s gun laws from 2013 to 2023:

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Stand Your Ground Law Review (2013)

Florida’s controversial “Stand Your Ground” law, allowing individuals to use deadly force in self-defense without a duty to retreat, sparks national debate and review.

Warning Shot Law Enactment (2014)

Legislation provides immunity to individuals who fire warning shots in self-defense, addressing concerns about the state’s strict self-defense laws.

Mental Health Background Checks (2015)

Florida enhances background checks by increasing the sharing of mental health records with the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS).

Open Carry Regulations (2016)

Proposals to allow open carry of firearms in Florida spark discussions on public safety and law enforcement impacts.

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Red Flag Law Consideration (2017)

Florida begins exploring “red flag” laws, allowing temporary firearm removal for individuals deemed a risk by law enforcement or family members.

Enhanced Background Checks for Gun Purchases (2018)

In response to the Parkland school shooting, Florida raises the minimum age for purchasing firearms to 21 and implements enhanced background checks for all gun sales.

School Guardians Program (2019)

Florida enacts the School Guardians Program, allowing trained school staff to carry firearms on campus for added security.

Preemption of Local Firearm Regulations (2020)

Legislation strengthens state preemption laws, preventing local jurisdictions from enacting firearm regulations that exceed state laws.

Stand Your Ground Law Expansions (2021)

Florida expands its “Stand Your Ground” law, clarifying self-defense rights in various scenarios.

Mental Health Crisis Intervention Training (2022)

Florida considers mandatory mental health crisis intervention training for law enforcement to handle situations involving individuals in distress.

Firearm Waiting Period Extension (2022)

Florida explores extending the firearm purchase waiting period from three to seven days, sparking debates on its impact.

Red Flag Law Implementation (2023)

Florida enacts its “red flag” law, allowing temporary firearm removal for individuals showing signs of danger.

Background Check Expansions (2023)

Proposed legislation aims to expand background checks to include private sales, addressing potential loopholes.

Assault Weapon Ban Proposal (2023)

Florida considers banning assault weapons, prompting intense debates on personal rights versus community safety.

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