Carrying Firearms at Work in Florida
For many Floridians, carrying a firearm at work is more than just a right; it’s a matter of personal safety. Business owners may want to protect their property and employees, while individual workers may wish to defend themselves in high-risk professions or late-night jobs. However, Florida law surrounding carrying firearms at your place of employment can be complicated, and mistakes can result in criminal charges, job loss, or the loss of your right to own or carry firearms.
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We assist clients by:
- Explaining when and how firearms may be lawfully carried at a workplace.
- Advising business owners and employees about their rights and responsibilities under Florida law.
- Defending those charged with unlawful firearm possession at work, schools, or religious institutions.
- Protecting Second Amendment rights in both state and federal courts.
Carry at Your Place of Work or Business
Florida Statute § 790.25(3)(n) authorizes the open or concealed firearm carry at your work or business.
This means:
- If you own or operate the business, you may lawfully carry a firearm on the premises.
- If you have a valid Concealed Weapon or Firearm License (CWFL), you may also carry concealed at your place of employment.
This law applies even if your type of business is not typically authorized under § 790.06 (such as a bar).
Carry at Religious Institutions & Services
Florida law does not prohibit CWFL holders from carrying at churches, mosques, temples, or other religious institutions. However, if a school is located on the same property, the rules governing firearms on school property apply instead.
Carrying on School Property
This is one of the most complex and restrictive areas of firearms law.
Both federal and state laws regulate carrying on or near schools:
- Federal law (18 U.S.C. § 921): Generally prohibits firearms within 1,000 feet of a school unless you have a valid license issued by the state where the school is located or fall into a specific exception.
- Florida law (Fla. Stat. § 790.06): Prohibits carrying firearms onto school property with minimal exceptions, even for CWFL holders.
Violations of these laws can carry serious criminal consequences and may permanently affect your right to own or carry firearms.
Why This Matters to Gun Owners
Carrying at work or in other sensitive locations is one of the most misunderstood areas of firearm law. Gun owners may believe they are acting lawfully only to discover they have violated a statute with severe penalties.
Common risks include:
- Business owners unknowingly violating state law by carrying improperly.
- Employees relying on workplace carry rights without understanding employer restrictions.
- Individuals arrested for carrying at or near schools, religious institutions, or properties with overlapping regulations.
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