Concealed Carry Laws in Florida

Introduction

• Instructor: J from Trick Train Academy
• Purpose: Overview of Florida's concealed carry laws
• Format: Video with illustrations and examples

Permless Carry in Florida

• Florida has been permless carry since July 1st, 2023
• Permless carry: No need for a permit to conceal carry
• Misconception: Not the same as open carry
• Florida is not constitutional carry as open carry is prohibited

Age Restrictions

• Must be 21+ to conceal carry
• At 18, legal possession on private property is allowed, but not in public
• NRA petitioning to lower the purchasing age back to 18

Types of Weapons Allowed

• Knives (blade 3 inches or less)
• Electronic weapons (tasers)
• Impact weapons (e.g., billy clubs)
• Chemical agents (pepper spray less than 2 oz)
• Firearms: With or without a permit

Safe Storage and Transport

• Importance of secure storage (e.g., Voltek safe)
• TSA regulations for transporting firearms
• Avoid carrying ammunition or brass shells when traveling

Firearm Laws in Vehicles

• Securely encased or not readily accessible
• Permless carry assumes everyone may have a firearm in the car
• No legal obligation to inform officers about firearms during a traffic stop

Places You Can and Cannot Carry

• Federal property: Firearms prohibited (e.g., schools, post office)
• Private property: Must adhere to posted notices
• Banks: Allowed to carry; not federal property
• Bars: Cannot be at the bar with a firearm
• Open carry allowed only while hunting, fishing, or camping

Stand Your Ground Law

• Misconceptions due to high-profile cases (e.g., Trayvon Martin)
• You do not have to retreat before defending yourself
• Use of force should be proportional to the threat
• Criteria for deadly force: Ability, Opportunity, Jeopardy

Protection of Property and Home

• Cannot use firearms to protect property alone
• Castle Doctrine: Protection allowed if someone enters your home
• Considerations when at a friend's property or in public

Conclusion

• Importance of understanding Florida's firearm laws
• Encouragement to take a concealed carry class for more detailed information
• Promotional note about merchandise and academy offerings

These notes summarize the key points discussed in the presentation on Florida's concealed carry laws, including aspects of permless carry, types of weapons allowed, storage and transport laws, and the specifics of the Stand Your Ground law. For more detailed understanding, consider attending a class or reviewing Florida statutes directly.