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Florida’s Red Flag Law is Discriminatory and is Being Abused!
February 14, 2020
The discriminatory Florida Red Flag Law continues to be used at an increasing pace. The law, which was part of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Act went into effect in March, 2018. Since then it has been used more than 3,500 times to take firearms away from gun owners without providing a hearing until after the…
Inheriting A Firearm
February 12, 2020
If you are inheriting a firearm, you may have many questions. Frequently, we are contacted when a resident of Florida inherits a firearm from a relative in another state. The caller is aware of the normal rules that prohibit the transfer of a firearm between two people who are residents of different states. They worry…
Justifiable Use of Deadly Force
February 11, 2020
What Conditions must be present for a justifiable use of deadly force under Florida Law? Florida Statute Chapter 776 is titled, “Justifiable Use of Force.” Section 776.012(a) discusses the use of force and 776.012(b) discusses the use of deadly force. In order to use a justification defense, a person must admit that they did the…
Legislators Already Have the Right to Carry at Meetings of a Legislative Body
February 10, 2020
Legislators Already Have the Right to Carry at Meetings of a Legislative Body. About two weeks ago, the Criminal Justice Subcommittee voted on HB 183, which permits elected officials to carry concealed weapons in public meetings over which they preside, such as city council and county commission meetings. There is also a companion bill making…
The Firearm Firm is Now Offering FREE Law Enforcement Training
February 06, 2020
The Firearm Firm” is offering FREE Law Enforcement Officer training in Florida Gun Law. Recently, Florida Law Enforcement Officers have been accused of violating the rights of the citizens of Florida on numerous occasions involving the carrying of firearms. Several lawsuits have ensued. Further, Florida Carry, the states only grassroots organization working to protect Floridians’…
The Importance of Knowing Gun Laws in Dangerous Situations
October 21, 2019
GUEST BLOG POST “The views and opinions expressed are those of the author. The Firearm Firm neither endorses or guarantees the legal accuracy of the views, opinions or statements of law made in guest posts.” Even crime culprits have some rights also, which is one of the reasons you should pay attention to firearm laws…
Hurricane Dorian Approaches
August 29, 2019
Carrying a Firearm During a State of Emergency As Hurricane Dorian approaches Florida, we thought it important to remind everyone of the laws regarding firearms that may apply to them as they prepare to evacuate their homes and head to safety. In 2015, Governor Scott signed into law an “Emergency Concealed Carry” bill. The law…
The Firearm Firm Fights to Protect Your Rights!
August 22, 2019
The Firearm Firm joins with Florida Carry to protect your rights. The attorneys at the Firearm Firm (Law Offices of Katz & Phillips, P.A.), along with the law firm of Kingry and Friday, P.A. have filed a class-action lawsuit on behalf of Florida Carry against the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) for its ongoing violations…
Florida Gun Law: Armed and Educated – 4th Edition
May 10, 2019
Updated October 20, 2022 for the release of the 4th Edition Available On-line Florida Gun Law: Armed and Educated 4th Edition – now available in paperback. Available in paperback on our website, at the U.S. LawShield Freedom Store, and Amazon.com. DIGITAL VERSION available now in the U.S. LawShield Freedom Store. Updated The entire book has…
Aftermath of Self Defense Seminar
May 07, 2019
Aftermath of self defense – Our Newest Seminar Developed by the Firearm Firm The Firearm Firm has developed a new seminar for U.S. LawShield. The Aftermath of Self Defense Seminar. This NEW seminar covers what the Florida legal system does to an individual after they have used force or deadly force to defend themselves. Taught…
Punishment Before Guilt – CWFL Suspended for Arrest!
March 26, 2019
Charged with a Crime? Innocent until proven guilty is a foundation of our justice system, but apparently this does not apply to Concealed Weapon and Firearm License holders in Florida. Being arrested or charged with certain crimes is enough for the Department of Agriculture to immediately suspend your Concealed Weapon and Firearm License (CWFL) without…
Firearms and Boating Outside Florida Waters
March 18, 2019
Last week, we wrote about boating in Florida waters. (Click here to read) What if your boating adventures take you into the territorial waters of another state, international waters or to another country? Today we will discuss firearms and boating outside Florida waters. Other States It is important to realize that state laws differ, so…
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