Carrying Concealed in FLORIDA

F

FUD

Moderator
Florida has a provision in their CCW law that does not permit you to carry a concealed weaopn in government buildings (local, state & federal), bars, sporting events and schools. My question has to do with the school part.

Back in the summer months there was a shooting at a temple in another part of the country. This has got me thinking about bringing a concealed weapon with me to church on Sundays in case something similar happens here; at least my family and I will not be complete sitting ducks.

<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Verdana, Arial">quote:</font><HR>"...and he that hath no sword, let him sell his garment, and buy one."
Luke 22:36[/quote]

However, the church has a school on it's property. Even though it is a private (not public) school and it's on a Sunday when there are no children attending the school, would the law still preventing me from having a concealed firearm on the person because of the school provision?

I've asked around and the answers seem to be evenly divided. Does anyone have any ideas?

------------------
Share what you know, learn what you don't -- FUD.

[This message has been edited by FUD (edited February 10, 2000).]
 
Good question.
http://licgweb.dos.state.fl.us/weapons/index.html

Prohibited school areas are:

school administration building

any elementary or secondary school facility
any school, college, or professional
athletic event not related to firearms

any area technical center

any college or university facility

I'd think that church would be OK, but I'm not a lawyer. No distinction is made on the web site between public and private schools.
 
Well, I'm not a lawyer either, but I grew up on "Perry Mason", and engaged in advanced study including "Matlock", "L.A. Law", and, most recently, "Judging Amy." Given this extensive background, my considered opinion would have to be, "I dunno." :confused:

Now that we cleared that up, I'd have to say let your conscience be your guide. I personally do carry in church, but we don't have any school facilities. It wouldn't change my actions, though. Scripturally, we have a "24/7" responsibility to protect ourselves and others.

------------------
"...and he that hath no sword, let him sell his garment, and buy one."
Luke 22:36
"An armed society is a polite society."
Robert Heinlein
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top