FL S1446

Establishes that defensive display of a weapon or firearm, including discharge for warning shots, does not constitute use of deadly force and is justified to prevent or terminate violent criminal attacks.

Provides immunity from prosecution for persons acting in defense of life, home, and property through defensive display of weapons, use of force, or use of deadly force when reasonably necessary.

Defines "defensive display" to include verbal notification of weapon possession, exposing a firearm in a threatening manner, or placing hand on a weapon in containment, and specifies it does not apply to persons who provoke attacks or are committing forcible felonies.

Limits the definition of "deadly force" by law enforcement and correctional officers to actions taken during and within the scope of official duties.

Exempts persons acting in self-defense or defense of others from mandatory minimum sentencing requirements under section 775.087 for aggravated assault or battery convictions when courts find by preponderance of evidence that the defendant acted defensively and not in furtherance of another crime.