Laws regarding Long Guns
Florida has no specific laws regarding the registration of long guns, or permits to buy, outside of federal regulations. However, Florida has imposed a higher minimum age to purchase rifles & shotguns. You must be 21 to purchase a rifle or a shotgun in Florida, unless you are a law enforcement or correctional officer, and then the age is 18.
“Assault Weapons” Law
Florida has no laws on the books regarding “assault weapons” or any other classification of weapons. No rifle features are restricted in the state.
Laws regarding Hand Guns
Age to Own a Handgun
Florida does not have any laws as to the age required to own a handgun. You must be 18 years of age according to Federal law, and 21 according to Federal Law to purchase one from a licensed gun shop. People above the age of 18 but below 21 can acquire a handgun through a private purchase or a gift.
Handgun Permits
Florida has no laws requiring a permit or special application process to own a handgun. You do not need a special permit to own a handgun or pistol in the state of Florida.
Carry Laws
Florida doesn’t have the best carry laws for defending yourself outside your home. In fact, it’s pretty restrictive overall.
Open Carry
Open carry in Florida is generally not allowed with a few exceptions. You are allowed to open carry on your own private property, but nobody else can open carry on your property, even if you give them permission. You are allowed to also win
Concealed Carry
Florida is a “shall issue” state for citizens or lawful permanent residents over the age of 21. This means that the default of the state is to issue a permit, unless there is a valid reason
