Florida’s long-standing ban on openly carrying firearms is suddenly on shaky ground after a dramatic court ruling that has sent ripples through the state’s legal and law enforcement communities. In a decision that could reshape Florida’s gun laws, a state appeals court struck down the open carry …

Understand Florida’s open carry laws, including legal requirements, restricted locations, potential penalties, and how the law is enforced. Florida’s rules regarding the open carry of firearms have shifted significantly due to recent court rulings and state guidance. While state laws once strictly …

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Open carry does not mean that a gun owner can take their firearm wherever they go, and they are still aren't legally allowed to "exhibit [firearms] in a rude, careless, angry or threatening manner.” Sorry, the video player failed to load. (Error Code: 104153) Floridians can now officially openly …

On September 10, 2025, Florida’s First District Court of Appeal issued a landmark ruling in McDaniels v. State, holding that Florida’s long-standing open-carry ban under § 790.053 was unconstitutional under the Second Amendment. Just days later, on September 15, 2025, Florida Attorney General James …

Open carry officially begins this Thursday in Florida, marking a significant change in the state's gun laws. So, don't be surprised if you see some people with a pistol on their hips at your local grocery store. In an appeals court decision earlier this month, Florida's ban on openly carrying …