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Florida open carry bill fights through committee, heads to floor
by Chris EgerDespite vehement opposition from Democrats and static from law enforcement lobby groups, a measure to bring open carry to the Sunshine State is on its way to the House floor.
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Florida sheriff warns open carry bill could lead to officer-involved shootings
by Chris Eger“At a minimum, they’re going to be thrown down on the ground with a gun pointed at them, or worse," says Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri about people that open carry.
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Florida open carry proposal ekes out narrow win despite defections
by Chris EgerEven with two Republicans voting against the measure under pressure from their local sheriff, Florida's open carry bill won the day in a tough vote.
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Florida sheriffs come out against open carry legislation
by Chris EgerThe Florida Sheriffs Association this week announced strong opposition to a drive that could make Florida the 46th state to allow the open carry of firearms.
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Florida open carry measure jumps first hurdle (VIDEO)
by Chris EgerA bill to make the Sunshine State the 46th to grant the public open carry of firearms passed a House committee Tuesday with support of several sheriffs.
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Florida campus carry bills advance, open carry proposed
by Chris EgerA pair of bills to expand gun rights on university property won criminal-justice committee votes last week while legislation to bring open carry to the state was introduced.
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Florida open carry protesters exploit ‘loophole’ at Jacksonville pier (VIDEO)
by S.H. BlannelberryFlorida demonstrators use the letter of the law to make their point about openly carrying firearms while fishing.
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