Concealed Carry

Some activists say the recent court rulings are strengthening their call to expand gun rights in the state and adding more pressure on legislators to clarify the legal landscape.

The ruling focused on an age limitation for carrying concealed weapons — which is separate from a more highly publicized state law that prevents people under age 21 from buying rifles and other long guns.

Gov. Ron DeSantis made the statement during a news conference in Plant City to mark the start of sales tax exemptions through the end of the year on hunting, fishing and camping equipment.

Here is a list of some of the major pieces of legislation lawmakers are expected to tackle when the session begins March 4.

Florida gun owners are speculating whether 2025 will be the year the state finally passes a law that allows open carry.

House Speaker Paul Renner is shooting down any hopes of Florida becoming an open-carry state, at least for now.

The Middle East war has spurred an increase in antisemitic incidents and attacks on Jewish Americans. With Florida's new "permitless carry" law in place, more Jews are purchasing guns in response.

On July 1, permits no longer needed to carry a concealed weapon.

Floridians will be able to carry concealed guns without a permit starting on Saturday, July 1, 2023.

One firearms instructor attributes this increase to a rise in crime and a general feeling of discontent with the economy.

It says Florida may not “be a safe place to visit or take up residence” following legislation issues including abortion and LGBTQ rights.

One veteran says the law will result in more crime, and "no one wants to try to deescalate anymore."