Permitless Carry of a Concealed Firearm Now Authorized by Florida Law

On July 1, 2023, CS/HB 543 took effect amending Chapter 790 allowing for permitless carrying of a concealed firearm in the State of Florida. Pursuant this amendment, eligible individuals are permitted to carry a concealed firearm without the need for obtaining a concealed weapons permit, but must have photo ID on them at all times while carrying a concealed firearm. However, examples of those not eligible to posses or carry a weapon of any kind, includes, but is not necessary limited to those convicted of felonies and/or adjudicated a delinquent for a felony, suffering from mental defect and/or addiction to alcohol and/or a controlled substance, have a conviction for domestic violence, currently serving a term of probation or suspended sentence, have a withhold of adjudication within the past three (3) years, or are currently under indictment or charged with a crime punishable by one (1) year or more in prison. Also, carrying a concealed firearm is still banned in places of nuisance such as schools, banks, houses of worship or places of higher education.

Florida law will still authorize the issuance of a concealed weapons permits to eligible individuals who are both in-state and out-of-state residents. Some of the benefits of still obtaining a permit are that one is not subject to a five (5) day “cool off” period when purchasing a firearm and are able to concealed carry in other states which have reciprocity with Florida.

Governor DeSantis Signs Landmark Bill Abolishing Permanent Alimony

On June 30, 2023, Governor DeSantis signed CS/SB 1416 into law. This new legislation, amongst other changes, abolishes permanent alimony in the State of Florida. It also codifies a right to retire for those who are currently paying alimony.

Further, individuals married for less than three (3) years will not be eligible to receive durational alimony payments, and those who have been married for twenty (20) years or longer will be eligible to receive payments for up to 75 percent of the term of the marriage. Also, durational alimony payments will now be determined to be the obligee’s reasonable need, or an amount not to exceed thirty-five (35) percent of the difference between the parties’ net incomes, whichever amount is less.

This legislation takes effect on July 1, 2023.