The bill introduces a new section, 790.0135, to the Florida Statutes, which prohibits individuals from carrying weapons or firearms into specific locations, including places of nuisance, police stations, detention facilities, courthouses, polling places, and schools, among others. The bill outlines a list of prohibited locations and specifies that violations of this section will be classified as a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable under existing statutes. Additionally, the bill clarifies that individuals are not prohibited from carrying or storing firearms in vehicles for lawful purposes.

The bill also amends existing sections 790.013 and 790.06 to align with the new prohibitions. Notably, it removes previous language that allowed licensed individuals to carry concealed weapons in the same prohibited locations now outlined in the new section. The amendments ensure that the regulations regarding concealed carry are consistent with the newly established restrictions. The act is set to take effect upon becoming law.

Statutes affected:
H 321 Filed: 790.013, 790.06