Is open carry legal in Florida?
What the September 2025 appeals court ruling actually changed, who it applies to, and the location restrictions that survived it.
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Reference · Reviewed and dated
Florida gun law,
explained plainly
Florida's firearm law has changed twice in three years and most of what is written about it online is out of date. These guides state what the law currently requires, cite the source, and carry a review date so you can tell how fresh they are.
Carrying in Florida
Permits, open carry, and where you can't
Security officer licensing
Class D, Class G, and staying compliant
Class D vs Class G: which do you need?
The two licences do different jobs, they are taken in order, and confusing them is the most expensive mistake in Florida security licensing.
Read the guide →Class G annual requalification
Four hours, 48 rounds, every 12 months — and automatic suspension if you miss the first year of a two-year term.
See the requirements →Armed vs unarmed security pay in Miami
What the Class G is actually worth per hour, how long it takes to earn back, and how many armed posts Miami-Dade has open.
Read the guide →Class G expired or suspended?
What Florida requires, what you can and cannot do in the meantime, and how fast it can be fixed.
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These guides are educational and are not legal advice. Florida firearm law is changing quickly —
always confirm current requirements with FDACS
and consult an attorney about your specific situation. Every guide is reviewed by Frank Avila-Reyes,
Florida Class “K” licensed firearms instructor, before publication.