This bill amends Florida Statutes to expand the concealed carry licensing requirements for law enforcement officers, correctional officers, correctional probation officers, and military servicemembers. It specifically grants correctional probation officers the right to carry concealed firearms during off-duty hours at the discretion of their superior officers and allows them to perform certain law enforcement functions under limited circumstances. The bill also revises the definitions of "qualified law enforcement officer" and "qualified retired law enforcement officer" to include correctional probation officers. Additionally, it mandates that if a superior officer directs officers to carry concealed firearms while off duty, they must file a statement with the governing body of their department.

Furthermore, the bill revises the exceptions to the mandatory 3-day waiting period for firearm purchases, defining the term "holder of a concealed weapons or concealed firearms license" to include law enforcement officers, correctional officers, correctional probation officers, and servicemembers. It clarifies the definitions of "purchase" and "retailer" in relation to firearm sales. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 490 Filed: 790.051
S 490 c1: 790.052, 790.0655