Posted: 11/28/2005 7:46:15 AM EDT
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I am on my way to Florida, specifically the Ft. Lauderdale area, for work. I would like to know the basics of Florida Law for concealed carry, I have my Texas License, but I would like to know if there are any idiosyncrasies in the law that I should be aware of. Also any inoformation about the area would be appreciated. I don't know exactly where we'll be, we have a travel trailer that we'll be staying in to be close to the work. But any good restaurants or points of interest would be great. I am getting ready to get on the road now so I'll try to check the site from any hotspots I encounter. Thanks, 96Ag |
Firstly as a life long resident of Broward County, I offer you a sincere welcome to the  For CCW info online you pretty much cant beat the link that F4YR posted. For restaurants and points of interest, a great place to start would be Ft.Lauderdale riverwalk and Las Olas Bvd. Lots of shops (most are kind of pricey) but the restaurants are a good value for the $$. Is this a permanent move or are you just going to be here doing a job then back to TX? Feel free to drop in and say hi to some of the local shooters at www.floridashootersnetwork.com echo6 |
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Specific info from Florida site also: licgweb.doacs.state.fl.us/weapons/self_defense.html btw, there is no longer a "Duty to Retreat" - criminals beware  Governor Jeb Bush has signed the bill into a law that replaces the "duty to retreat" language with a right to "meet force with force" anywhere people feel such a response is warranted. see: SB 436 Bill Number ....: CS/CS/SB 436 Date: 04/05/2005 Amendment Number: Time: 10:18 AM Reading Number .: 3 Session Sequence No: 86 Floor Actions ..: Passage Yeas - 94; Nays - 20; Not Voting - 6 eta: Welcome to the  |
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Thanks, guys. I am and independent insurance adjuster, so this move is temporary. We have found a place to park our trailer in Palm Beach Gardens and so far my claims are in the Palm Beach area with an occasional office visit to Ft. Lauderdale. I appreciate the help with packing.org and the riverwalk info. I don't know how long we'll be here but hopefully I can get some shooting in while I'm here. 96Ag |
| Welcome to South Florida. Packing.org is great for the info you need. Most people are fine, but try to pay attention to where you are and what's happening around you ; basic situational awareness. Neighborhoods can change radically within a street or two, so try not to get too pre-occupied with what your doing. The "good old days" of the cocaine cowboys/shootouts are long-gone ... for the most part. IM me if you'll be further South in Miami/Coral Gables. You did bring a street-enabled GPS didn't you? Stay safe. |