Carrying a Concealed Weapon

Carrying a concealed weapon or electric weapon or device without a license violates Florida Statute § 790.10 and is a first-degree misdemeanor with a $1,000 fine and up to one year in jail — but carrying a concealed *firearm* without a permit falls under § 790.01 and carries a third-degree felony exposure. Common defenses include the weapon not being truly concealed (open carry analysis), constructive possession insufficient to convict, and lawful self-defense transport situations. Since Florida's 2023 permitless-carry law, the analysis for firearms has shifted, making the charging statute critical to examine.

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