Category: Gun Ownership FAQ
What is an FFL (Federal Firearms License) & Who Must Have One?
By David S. Katz What is an FFL? An “FFL” or Federal Firearms License is a license required by federal law for people or companies engaged in the business of buying and selling firearms. A federal firearms licensee is often called an “FFL” or “dealer.” When an individual purchases, sells, or transfers a firearm through…
Storing Your Firearms While Entertaining for the Holidays
by James Phillips, Jr. With Christmas and New Year’s fast approaching many of us are making plans to get together with friends and family. If you are hosting this holiday season it is important to make sure your firearms are properly stored. If any of your guests will be under the age of 16, then…
Appealing a Denied or Delayed Background Check Response
Persons who believe they have been erroneously denied or delayed a firearm transfer based on a match to a record returned by the NICS may request an appeal of their “deny” or “delay” decision. All appeal inquiries must be submitted to the NICS Section’s Appeal Service Team (AST) in writing, either online on the FBI’s…
Firearm Background Checks – General Information.
Background checks are done by firearms dealers when transferring firearms (selling or trading). These background checks are completed through the National Instant Criminal Background Check System or NICS, prior to the transfer of a firearm from an FFL dealer to a non-dealer. When the prospective purchaser/transferee’s information is given to NICS, the system will check…
Volunteer Armed Church Security
Florida law changed on June 30, 2021. This article has been updated to include the change in Florida Law. Volunteer Armed Church Security Force Can a group of CWFL holders join together to act as an organized, volunteer armed church security force, even if uncompensated? Can a CWFL holder even carry a weapon at a…
Minimum Age to Purchase a Firearm in Florida – 21
By David S. Katz FLORIDA’S NEW GUN LAW CHANGES THE AGE TO PURCHASE ALL FIREARMS TO 21. SB 7026 became law in Florida on March 9, 2018 when Governor Scott signed the bill. Since then we have received numerous questions regarding the effects of the new laws. Section 12 of the bill amends Florida Statute…
Stolen Firearm? What now?
If you ever find yourself in the unfortunate position of having your firearm stolen, it is important to know what you are legally required to do and what options you have. There is no requirement to report a stolen firearm under either federal and Florida law. However, we strongly advise you report it to law…
Traveling to Florida With Your Firearm
If you will be traveling to the State of Florida and plan on bringing your firearm with you. Below is important information you need to know. This post was updated and is accurate as of June 29, 2022. RECOGNIZED LICENSES AND PERMITS Florida recognizes concealed carry licenses and permits from the following states: Alabama, Alaska,…
Federal vs State School Zone Laws
Having a firearm in a school zone is a complex and confusing issue because both Federal and State law apply. Let us first look at the restrictions under Federal Law. The Gun-Free School Zones Act prohibits an individual from possessing a firearm within 1000 of a school. However, there are several exceptions to this prohibition. …
Florida Gun Free School Zones
The possession of a firearm on school grounds is generally illegal, with few exceptions. Florida Statute § 790.06, contains several subsections that explicitly prohibit the carrying and possession of firearms on school grounds. Firearms are not allowed at any school or college athletic event not related to firearms. Florida law broadens this prohibition by applying it to all school-sponsored events…
Carrying a Firearm at work in Florida
Private Property Owners in Florida can prohibit those entering their property from bringing firearms with them inside the business or from carrying on their person on the property. However, FS 790.251 was enacted to give credence to the legislative policy of the state of Florida that individual citizens have a constitutional right to keep and bear arms, that they have a constitutional…
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