Senate Bill 150 has been filed in Florida to address public safety concerns. The bill addresses a variety of school safety concerns and would also eliminate the need for a concealed weapons license in the state of Florida. The bill does not affect laws relating to the purchase of a firearm and will not allow anyone prohibited from possessing a firearm to carry concealed. Florida will continue to require full and complete background checks when a firearm is purchased.
Currently, Florida requires a waiting period for firearms of either three days or until the background check is completed, whichever is later. A person carrying concealed without a license will still be required to obey existing laws prohibiting carrying in places like schools, certain athletic events and correctional facilities.