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FL S0656
Bill
AI Summary
- Amends Florida Statute 790.23, which prohibits certain persons from owning or possessing firearms, ammunition, electric weapons or devices, or carrying concealed weapons
- Revises language for juvenile offenders by replacing "found to have committed a delinquent act" with "adjudicated delinquent," tightening the legal standard for when juveniles under 24 are prohibited from possessing firearms
- Applies the same "adjudicated delinquent" language change to out-of-state juvenile offenses that would be felonies if committed by an adult and were punishable by imprisonment exceeding 1 year
- Retains existing exceptions for persons whose civil rights and firearm authority have been restored or whose criminal records have been expunged under s. 943.0515(1)(b)
- Effective date of July 1, 2023, with no changes to existing penalties (second-degree felony for violations, or first-degree felony up to life imprisonment for those qualifying under gang-related penalty enhancements)
Legislative Description
Unlawful Possession of Firearms, Ammunition, or Electric Weapons or Devices
Last Action
Died in Judiciary
5/5/2023
Committee Referrals
Judiciary3/14/2023
Full Bill Text
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