Common Mistakes New Concealed Carriers Make (Florida Edition)

Florida's 2023 permitless carry law (HB 543) changed who can carry. It didn't change what gets carriers hurt, arrested, or sued. This 13-page Florida-specific guide covers printing and open-carry changes, holster mistakes, training gaps, prohibited places under F.S. 790.06(12), police encounters and duty-to-inform rules, use-of-force law (Chapter 776), and why a Florida CWL still matters for reciprocity. It includes a Concealed Carry Readiness Checklist. Instant PDF download. Not legal advice. Laws verified Oct. 4, 2026.