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FL S0256
Bill
AI Summary
- Cited as "Jaime's Law," the bill amends Florida Statute 790.065 to require criminal background checks for the sale or transfer of ammunition, in addition to the existing requirements for firearms
- Licensed importers, manufacturers, and dealers would be prohibited from selling ammunition without completing the same background check process currently required for firearm sales, including obtaining a completed form, collecting a processing fee (up to $8), and receiving an approval number from the Department of Law Enforcement
- Holders of valid concealed weapons or firearms licenses and certified law enforcement, correctional, or correctional probation officers are exempt from the ammunition background check requirement
- Ammunition transfers are also exempt when conducted at shooting ranges, galleries, or designated target shooting areas, or when reasonably necessary for hunting, trapping, or fishing, provided the transferor has no reason to believe the transferee is prohibited from possessing ammunition or intends to use it in a crime
- The bill takes effect October 1, 2025, and applies the same third-degree felony penalties already in place for firearm violations to ammunition-related offenses, including providing false information and straw purchases
Legislative Description
Sale or Transfer of Ammunition
Last Action
Died in Criminal Justice
6/16/2025
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