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FL H0277

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/19/2023

Primary Sponsor

Yvonne Hayes Hinson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits storing a firearm (loaded or unloaded) in an unoccupied, unsecured private conveyance or vessel unless the firearm is hidden from ordinary observation and locked in a trunk, glove box, utility box, or other locked container, or secured with a device affixed to the vehicle or vessel
  • Defines "unsecured" as a private conveyance or vessel interior that is unlocked or otherwise left open to entry
  • Establishes a second-degree misdemeanor penalty for violations under s. 775.082 or s. 775.083
  • Elevates the penalty to a first-degree misdemeanor if the improperly stored firearm is discovered by a person committing a criminal offense
  • Effective date of July 1, 2023, amending s. 790.25, Florida Statutes

Legislative Description

Storage of Firearms in Private Conveyances and Vessels

Last Action

Withdrawn prior to introduction

1/20/2023

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