Florida Expands Gun Owners' Rights During Emergencies

[lostinblue 1,989]

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., May 21 (Reuters) - Florida gun owners who do not have concealed-weapons permits could pack their firearms for two days during an emergency evacuation, under a law signed on Thursday by Governor Rick Scott.

The measure was among 44 bills passed during the recently concluded legislative session and approved on Thursday by the Republican governor.

Florida has had a concealed-weapon permit system since 1987 for licensed gun owners. The new measure expands the law to include non-licensees who are forced to leave their homes during hurricanes, wildfires or other emergencies.

Opponents of the bill said evacuations were already high-stress situations and that guns would make public shelters more dangerous. Supporters argued that guns left at home would be easy prey for looters during an evacuation.

The 48-hour limit was added at the request of police agencies, who did not want to give unlicensed gun owners an open-ended time to carry concealed pistols. It could be extended if the governor increases the duration of an emergency evacuation order. (Editing by David Adams and Peter Cooney)

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2015/05/21/florida-gun-rights_n_7418022.html

Great news for gun owners in the state of Florida

[Trumplestiltskin 5,791]

Good news for frightened people.

[Mr. Big Dog 10,747]

We have a million people without heath insurance and a home made budget crisis of gigantic proportions. And all the dildos in Tallahassee can muster is this nonsense. smh

[Trumplestiltskin 5,791]

Sure, it costs nothing and it appeals ignorant people who are so detached from the political system that they hail this sort of thing as a victory for freedom. Meanwhile their actual, meaningful freedoms slip away.

Boo yah!

Edited May 22, 2015 by Venkman

[lostinblue 1,989]

Under current law, Florida residents can carry their weapons during an emergency evacuation only if they’re stored in a container or vehicle.

Now they can carry on their person .. Great news when the police are tied up making sure folks are trying to get out of dodge . Thugs will think twice trying to steal from stressed out helpless people .

[Trumplestiltskin 5,791]

Yeah it's good news because you're afraid of being victimised. I get it. I just don't agree with it.

[Boiler 43,397]

Situation best avoided, good example of why you need a Concealed Carry Permit, Why risk it?

[Trumplestiltskin 5,791]

Because it's not a risk?.

If it is then you need to move or hold your elected representatives to accoubt

[Janelle2002 3,865]

During an emergency evacuation, forget your kids. Save your guns!!

[LibCampFireClub 635]

Since the word "gun" offends the anti gun left, from henceforth the name is changed to anti-thug device (ATD)

[Mr. Big Dog 10,747]

During an emergency evacuation, forget your kids. Save your guns!!

You know it!

[Janelle2002 3,865]

You know it!

No room for the kids honey. Get the dog. I need the dog to go hunting with me.

[We Keep Receipts 9,238]

No room for the kids honey. Get the dog. I need the dog to go hunting with me.

Forget the dog. Grab those extra magazines!!! Matter of fact, honey, get out. I need room for M-60 and the Howitzer...

[VOL 425]

Good Move by Florida.......

[Sousuke 1,214]

A bill that doesn't cost anything, but allows people to defend themselves during periods of lawlessness. Win Win to me.