One State Attorney just told police in six Florida counties that Florida law does not independently require ATF approval, a tax stamp, or registration for suppressors and short barreled rifles and shotguns.
Week Ending Oct. 24: A Federal Court Ruling on Switchblades
Tallahassee had nothing new this week, but the federal courts did, and the statewide early voting period begins today, October 24. Here’s your recap.
Your 2026 Florida Gun Owners Voter Guide Is Here
Election Day is November 3. Before you vote, I want you to have our 2026 Voter Guide.
Six Counties Got an Answer. What About Yours?
Last week a Florida prosecutor put in writing what gun owners have been asking for, but only for six counties. I want the rest of Florida to get the same answer.
Week Ending Oct. 17: A Florida Prosecutor’s Memo on Suppressors and SBRs
A Florida prosecutor put out the first local guidance on the ATF change this week, and it’s good news, with an important limit you need to know about.
Florida Gun Owners: Make Your Vote Count This November
In Florida, vote-by-mail requests made before the 2024 general election have expired. If you are counting on a mail ballot this year, request a new one by 5 p.m. Thursday, October 22nd, or plan to vote in person.
Week Ending Oct. 10: ATF Drops NFA Approval and Registration for Suppressors
ATF said Friday it will no longer require NFA approval for suppressors and SBRs. Florida law still applies, and Marion County’s red-flag petitions hit 59 in nine months.
Week Ending Oct 3: A New Felony Took Effect Thursday
A new Florida law making it a second-degree felony to fire a weapon within 1,000 feet of a school took effect October 1st. And gun-rights plaintiffs took Jacksonville to court over gun bans at city venues.
Week Ending Sep 26: Leon County Asked Politicians to Ban AR-15s
Leon County asked the Legislature to extend handgun-free zones to every firearm, including AR-15s, after HB 321 and SB 406 died without a hearing in 2026.
Quick Reality Check on That DOJ Handgun News
DOJ paused criminal enforcement for 18-20 dealer handgun sales, but Fla. Stat. 790.065(13) still sits at the Florida shop counter.