Words of Wisdom from Sheriff Grady Judd on Owning and Carrying A Gun

“I do encourage anyone who wants to own, possess or carry a concealed firearm to please become familiar with that weapon. Learn how to safely handle and fire it.” “Good firearms training is a must.” – Sheriff Grady Judd.

Florida’s new ‘PERMITLESS CARRY’ law is not as simple as many people believe. Not knowing the new law can result in a felony arrest and a criminal record.

You can either learn what’s in Florida’s new concealed carry law and carry your gun legally or you can get arrested, charged with a felony and find out the hard way from a judge.

There are benefits to having a Florida concealed carry weapon and firearm license. Learn and know what they are.

Not knowing them can result in arrest, criminal charges, an appearance before a judge, extensive legal fees, a criminal record and the loss of your 2nd Amendment rights.

We conduct Florida concealed carry license and handgun training classes. Contact us to enroll in a class at: 863-206-1996

See our class schedule and register at: https://ingaugeofpolkcounty.com/register-for-a-class/

FLORIDA’s CONCEALED CARRY LAW CHANGED JULY 1st – However . . .

You took a concealed carry class, but did it prepare you to carry a gun in public?

Florida’s New ‘Permitless Carry’ Law Went Into Effect July 1st –

If you are a law-abiding citizen, you are no longer required to have a license to carry a firearm in public. However, are you prepared?

You took a concealed carry class, but did it prepare you to carry a gun in public?

Contact us for both gun safety training and to qualify for a Florida concealed carry license. Our training is more than a concealed carry class. Our training not only trains you in the use of a firearm, but also qualifies you for applying for a Florida concealed carry license recognized 36 other states.

Contact us for training in the safe and proficient use of your firearm. We will educate you in Florida’s new ‘Permitless Carry’ law and qualify you for applying for a Florida concealed carry license.

In-Gauge of Polk County, Winter Haven, Florida: 863-206-1996

ANOTHER CLASS GRADUATED

They will have your back, while you are shopping, dining out, fueling your vehicle or attending church services.

Last weekend we graduated another class of trained public guardian, concealed firearm carriers. They took and completed over 15 hours of firearms training, even though with the change in Florida law taking effect July 1st, they did not have to.

These people completed over 15 hours of advanced firearms training and will have your back, while you are shopping, dining out, fueling your vehicle or attending church services. Unlike many of those about you after July 1st, these people have been trained.

They committed to being trained in the safe and proficient use of their firearm.

Beginning July 1st, in Florida, no training, background check or licensing will be required to carry a firearm in public.

When you decide to receive training beyond that you received in a ‘concealed carry’ class and want to become confident and proficient in the use of your firearm, contact us. It would be our pleasure to prepare you to carry a firearm in public or for home defense.

Firearms training is all we do. We are your neighbors. We are the only NRA chartered, non-profit firearms training organization in central Florida. We are here to serve you.

In-Gauge of Polk County, Winter Haven, Florida

Phone: 863-206-1996 – www.ingaugeofpolkcounty.com

Florida’s New ‘Permitless Carry’ Law – It is not as simple as you may think

Not knowing the new law can result in a felony arrest and a criminal record.

So you think you understand Florida’s new ‘Permitless Carry’ law. Can you correctly answer the following questions?

The new law went into in effect with Governor DeSantis’ signature and is now the law of the land in Florida.TRUE / FALSE
Anyone over the age of 18 can now legally carry a concealed firearm in public without a license in the state of Florida.TRUE / FALSE
You can now legally carry a concealed firearm or other weapon in public without a license.TRUE / FALSE
You can now legally carry a concealed firearm or other weapon anywhere in public unless specifically posted otherwise.TRUE / FALSE
A license and background check are no longer required to purchase a firearm in Florida.TRUE / FALSE
See the correct answers below

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An incorrect answer to any of the above statements could result in a felony arrest, a criminal record and the loss of your right to own a gun forever.

You can either learn what Florida’s new concealed carry law is and carry your gun legally or you can get arrested, charge with a felony and find out the hard way from a judge.

Florida’s new ‘PERMITLESS CARRY’ law is not as simple as many people believe. Not knowing the new law can result in a felony arrest and a criminal record.

There are benefits to having a Florida concealed carry weapon and firearm license. Learn and know what they are.

Not knowing them can result in arrest, criminal charges, an appearance before a judge, extensive legal fees, a criminal record and the loss of your 2nd Amendment rights.

We are still conducting Florida concealed carry license and handgun training classes. Contact us to enroll in a class at: 863-206-1996

The correct answers are . . .
The new law went into in effect with Governor DeSantis’ signature and is now the law of the land in Florida.FALSE
Anyone over the age of 18 can now legally carry a concealed firearm in public without a license in the state of Florida.FALSE
You can now legally carry a concealed firearm or other weapon in public without a license.FALSE
You can now legally carry a concealed firearm or other weapon anywhere in public unless specifically posted otherwise.FALSE
A license and background check are no longer required to purchase a firearm in Florida.FALSE

Florida’s New Concealed Carry Law – You have a choice

Florida’s new ‘PERMITLESS CARRY’ law is not as simple as many people believe.

You can either learn what Florida’s new concealed carry law is and carry your gun legally or you can get arrested, charged with a felony and find out the hard way from a judge.

Florida’s new ‘PERMITLESS CARRY’ law is not as simple as many people believe. Not knowing the new law can result in a felony arrest and a criminal record.

There are benefits to having a Florida concealed carry weapon and firearm license. Learn and know what they are.

Not knowing them can result in arrest, criminal charges, an appearance before a judge, extensive legal fees, a criminal record and the loss of your 2nd Amendment rights.

We are still conducting Florida concealed carry license and handgun training classes. Contact us to enroll in a class at: 863-206-1996

Florida – It is “Permitless Carry” not Constitutional Carry

It does not allow the open carrying of a firearm or other weapon.

What changes are in Florida’s revised Florida Statute 790.00 – “Permitless Carry” law?

Off the top, it should be understood that the changes in Florida concealed carry weapons law (Florida Statute 790.oo) makes it legal for law-abiding citizens, 21 years of age or older, to carry a concealed firearm or other weapon, on one’s person, in public without a license or formal training.

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Florida’s “permitless carry” law will not go into effect until July 1, 2023.

Until such time, anyone desiring to carry a concealed firearm or other weapon is required to have a conceaeled carry license or permit recognized by the state of Florida. Failure do so is a third degree felony, punishable by up to 5 years in prison or 5 years of probation, and a $5,000 fine.

What it is and what it isn’t

  • It is permitless carry not Constitutional carry.
  • It does not permit the open carrying of a firearm or other weapon.
  • A person must be a minimum of 21 years of age to legally carry a concealed firearm or other weapon on one’s person.
  • No license or permit is required to carry a concealed firearm or other weapon in public.
  • No formal training is required to carry a concealed firearm or other weapon in public.
  • No fingerprinting or other background check is required to carry a concealed firearm or other weapon in public.
  • Official, State issued identification must be carried on one’s person while carrying a concealed firearm or other weapon. That identification must be presented upon demand by a law enforcement officer.

Gun Free Zones

Those venues that were gun free zones prior to the law change remain gun free zones.

Those venues include, but are not limited to:

  • Government buildings where government business is conducted
  • Public and private school property
  • School sponsored events
  • Federal buildings and federal installations
  • Law enforcement headquarters, substations or offices
  • Polling places
  • Organized sporting events
  • Private property where firearms or other weapons are prohibited

Florida’s Concealed Carry Weapon License – Still Available

Florida’s concealed carry licensing process remains in effect and licenses are available through the Florida Department of Agriculture.

Why would you want a Florida concealed carry weapon and firearm license?

  • Florida’s concealed carry weapon and firearm license is recognized in 37 states, allowing a license holder to carry a concealed firearm or other weapon in 36 other states.
  • Possessing a Florida concealed carry weapon and firearm license allows a gun buyer to avoid the manditory 3-day waiting period when purchasing a firearm.
  • Posssessing a Florida concealed carry weapon and firearm license provides positve identification when carrying a concealed weapon.

Florida: Constitutional Carry – HB-543

Its “permitless carry” not “constitutional carry”.

The first bill regarding “constitutional carry” in Florida has been filed by Representative Robert Brannan, of Lake City. It is HB-543. The bill is 63 pages long.

Contrary to common understanding the bill is “permitless carry”, not constitutional carry. Basically, in summary, the bill provides for the permitless carrying of a handgun or other weapon, by both Florida residents and non-residents.

The bill (HB-543) does not require training, fingerprinting or background checks in order to legally carry a firearm or other weapon, anywhere other than where otherwise prohibited. In the Bill, otherwise prohibited maintains all the locations where a firearm or other weapon currently cannot be legally carried. Everything remains the same. That includes businesses or other private property whereby the owner prohibits the possession or carrying of a firearm on his, her or their property.

The bottom line: An individual’s 2nd Amendment right does not trump personal property rights.

As good as permitless and constitutional carry sounds, a surge in the appearance of NO GUNS ALLOWED signs can be expected in private business. Private business that currently tolerate the carrying of firearms by trained, background checked and licensed firearm owners.

Yes, Florida’s concealed carry weapons licensing process needs revision; however, it is not believed that “permitless carry” is the answer.

Florida is the 3rd most populated state in the country, with a population similar to Texas. In September 2021, Texas’ “constitutional carry” law went into effect. Since that time, there has been a 550% increase in firearm violation convictions. That is convictions, not arrests. Firearm violation convictions rose from 1,049 in 2020 to nearly 7,000 since the last year reporting data was available. The same can be expected to occure in Florida. The question begs: Who benefits from “constitutional carry”? Follow the money!

You may not be aware that Florida currently has a “permitless” vehicle carry law in effect. Specifically defined in FS: 790.06, a person who is not otherwise prohibited from owning and possessing a firearm can legally transport a loaded firearm, in a vehicle or other conveyance, without a concealed carry weapons or firearms license, if done so in the manner described.

No background checks are required for vehicle “permitless” carry. No fingerprinting is required for vehicle “permitless” carry. No firearm training is required for vehicle “permitless” carry.

Have you noticed the sky rocking increase in road rage shootings in recent years?

“Permitless carry” in Florida . . . Be careful what you wish for. The result may be that where you currently enjoy the right to carry your concealed carry weapon or firearm (private business property), you will no longer be able to exercise that right. It must be kept in mind that private property rights supersede your 2nd Amendment right.

In the event you are not aware, government takes care of and protects itself.

Neither currently, nor in the proposed bill (HB-543), can a person or will a person be allowed to carry a firearm or other weapon, in any government building where government business is conducted. In addition, neither currently, nor in the proposed bill, can a person or will a person be allowed to carry a firearm or other weapon on any property owned by a public or private school. That includes: pre-school, elementary school, middle school, high school or college. It also includes any school sponsored event.

Florida: Armed Good Samaritans Stop Robbery and Assault of Two Women

Another Good Guy(s) with Gun Stops Bad Guy with G

January 7, 2023

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/armed-florida-good-samaritans-detain-140322509.html

A Florida man has been arrested by deputies after two concealed carry permit holders stopped him from escaping by holding him at gunpoint after he allegedly shot two women.

Florida police say Lee David Wilkerson, 38, was standing outside the Bingo Paradise bingo hall in Pensacola, Fla., on Wednesday when two women tried to enter and an argument ensued, according to a Facebook post from the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office.

When Wilkerson tried to go back into the building, two citizens with concealed guns drew those guns and held him at the scene until police arrived.

Wilkerson allegedly pulled a gun from his side and hit one of the women in the head with it before firing in their direction as they tried to run away.

Wilkerson, who police say was carrying methamphetamine at the time, then allegedly threw his gun into a nearby dumpster.

Lee David Wilkerson, 38, was arrested after shooting two women outside a Florida bingo hall.

Authorities were able to locate Wilkerson’s gun in a nearby dumpster..

Kidnapping Attempt Stopped By Armed Good Samaritan

The suspects were confronted by a bystander and then released the victim, according to police.

December 30, 2022

https://www.localmemphis.com/article/news/crime/germantown-police-looking-for-suspects-of-attempted-kidnapping-west-farmington-boulevard-kidnap-danger-safety-bystander-approach-tennessee/522-f762cb56-e7ae-4ad2-9ca7-225e6b87a8fb

MASS SHOOTING AVERTED: Good Guy with a Gun Stops Bad Guy with a Gun – Amazon Distribution Center, Chandeler, Arizona

It’s happen again. Mass shooting averted. A good guy with a gun stops a bad guy with a gun.

December 14, 2022

Amazon contracted employee returned fire at shooter outside warehouse.

The suspected shooter was killed when an Amazon contracted employee returned fire, Chandler police said. One other person was hospitalized.

CHANDLER, Ariz. — A contracted Amazon worker returned fire on a suspected shooter at the Amazon Flex warehouse in Chandler, police said.

Investigators believe the deceased man shot an Amazon contracted worker before another employee fatally shot him. The deceased man did not work for Amazon, according to the Chandler Police Department.

The worker who shot the original shooter is cooperating with the police, and authorities said that his actions may have prevented a larger shooting.

“He did come to the aid of an individual who was being shot by our suspect. So and so in that case, I would say he is a Good Samaritan,” said Sgt. Jason McClimans.

Chandler police said the incident did not involve an “active shooter” investigators are working to determine the circumstances leading up to Wednesday’s shooting.

Authorities said they don’t know if it was a targeted attack.

“We’re deeply saddened by this senseless act of violence in our parking lot. We’re working closely with law enforcement as they investigate and are focused on supporting our team during this difficult time,” said Amazon spokesman Richard Rocha.

Bryton Bobbitt was in his delivery van in the Amazon warehouse parking lot near McQueen and Queen Creek roads when the shooting started.

After hearing a “pop, pop, pop” sound, the driver quickly looked for a safe place.

“As soon as I saw employees running, I just put my van in drive and got out of here as quickly as I could,” Bobbitt said.