Florida § 790.061 - Judges and justices; exceptions from licensure provisions.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 790.061 — Judges and justices; exceptions from licensure provisions., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 790.061. Judges and justices; exceptions from licensure provisions.
A county court judge, circuit court judge, district court of appeal judge, justice of the supreme court, federal district court judge, or federal court of appeals judge serving in this state is not required to comply with the provisions of s. 790.06 in order to receive a license to carry a concealed weapon or firearm, except that any such justice or judge must comply with the provisions of s. 790.06(2)(h). The Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services shall issue a license to carry a concealed weapon or firearm to any such justice or judge upon demonstration of competence of the justice or judge pursuant to s. 790.06(2)(h).
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 790.061
What does Florida Statutes § 790.061 cover?
Section 790.061 ("Judges and justices; exceptions from licensure provisions.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 790.061?
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