This bill amends section 790.065 of the Florida Statutes to provide an exemption from public records requirements for records related to buyers or transferees of ammunition who are not prohibited from receiving or transferring such items under Florida and federal law. Specifically, it states that records created by the Department of Law Enforcement for conducting criminal history checks are to be kept confidential and exempt from public disclosure. The bill also mandates that these records must be destroyed within 48 hours after the approval or disapproval numbers are communicated to the licensee.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for future legislative review and repeal of the exemption, stipulating that the amendments will expire on October 2, 2030, unless saved from repeal through legislative action. It emphasizes the public necessity of keeping this information confidential to prevent potential harassment of individuals exercising their Second Amendment rights. The act is contingent upon the passage of related legislation, specifically SB 256 or similar, during the same legislative session.

Statutes affected:
S 258 Filed: 790.065