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JIMQ3100 10-12-2021 11:52 AM

Are Wisconsin residents with CCW able to conceal carry in Florida?
 
I go to FL 6 months out of year and have a question. If we have a Wisconsin CCW are we able to carry conceal in FL. In other words does FL honor WI CCW?
I tried to get the information on Internet through fdacs gov but getting conflicting information, tried to contact FL directly, they are no help. If you have researched this matter in the past, your input is appreciated. Thank you

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Jim

Villageswimmer 10-12-2021 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by JIMQ3100 (Post 2016550)
I moved to FL last year and have a question. If we have a Wisconsin CCW are we able to carry conceal in FL. In other words does FL honor WI CCW?
I tried to get the information on Internet through fdacs gov but getting conflicting information, tried to contact FL directly, they are no help. If you have researched this matter in the past, your input is appreciated. Thank you

posting it again as it did not like by reference link

Jim

Why not call your county’s Sheriffs office? I wouldn’t take advice that important from random people on an Internet forum.

retiredguy123 10-12-2021 12:00 PM

Apparently, Florida does have a reciprocity agreement with Wisconsin. Here is a link.

Concealed Weapon License Reciprocity / Concealed Weapon License / Consumer Resources / Home - Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services

DALEPQ 10-12-2021 12:15 PM

WI/FL CCW Info.
 
From WI also, with valid WI CCW License.
Great question and great reply on Reciprocity.
On the reciprocity list I did not see IL listed, since we drive to FL, thru IL, what are the
issues of transporting a pistol thru IL? I don't think it is legal, but don't know for sure?
Any help with this question would be well received.
Thanks!

Papa_lecki 10-12-2021 12:27 PM

Something like this - start with shooter’s world, then ask sherif.
Consider Utah class.

Internet advice will not hold up well in court.

swtroy 10-12-2021 12:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DALEPQ (Post 2016555)
From WI also, with valid WI CCW License.
Great question and great reply on Reciprocity.
On the reciprocity list I did not see IL listed, since we drive to FL, thru IL, what are the
issues of transporting a pistol thru IL? I don't think it is legal, but don't know for sure?
Any help with this question would be well received.
Thanks!

Use to drive through Illinois. Florida permit. I would stop before entering and separate ammo (trunk) and firearm (passenger compartment). This was discussed during my Missouri concealed carry classes.

Road-Runner 10-12-2021 12:32 PM

We had the same situation moving from Georgia and were told if we have moved and are no longer living in Georgia we needed to apply for a permit in Florida which we did. Be forewarned, it takes a while here, Georgia took only a couple of weeks.

Kenswing 10-12-2021 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Road-Runner (Post 2016560)
We had the same situation moving from Georgia and were told if we have moved and are no longer living in Georgia we needed to apply for a permit in Florida which we did. Be forewarned, it takes a while here, Georgia took only a couple of weeks.

I received my Florida Permit one week to the day after completing the application. Was told it could take up to 90 days but they give Vets a priority.

Bjeanj 10-12-2021 01:04 PM

Since you are now a Florida resident, I think the question is actually should I get (or transfer my license to) a Florida concealed carry?”

However, that’s not your question. I think the answer you are looking for is here:
https://www.fdacs.gov/content/downlo...rocityList.pdf

Taltarzac725 10-12-2021 01:26 PM

Applying for a Concealed Weapon License / Concealed Weapon License / Consumer Resources / Home - Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services

This might be a useful link.

Road-Runner 10-12-2021 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Kenswing (Post 2016572)
I received my Florida Permit one week to the day after completing the application. Was told it could take up to 90 days but they give Vets a priority.

They must, mine took about 45 days, my wife's took SIX MONTHS! Hers was complicated by the fact that she has very light fingerprints which Florida's scanners had much more of an issue with then the ones we were scanned on in Georgia. Not sue why.

Mortal1 10-12-2021 04:34 PM

Anyone who asks such a question by posting online has the power to "google", "bing" whatever..."concealed carry states that reciprocate with Florida". Try using all life has taught you to formulate a question to the world wide web in lieu of asking here.

Number 10 GI 10-12-2021 05:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DALEPQ (Post 2016555)
From WI also, with valid WI CCW License.
Great question and great reply on Reciprocity.
On the reciprocity list I did not see IL listed, since we drive to FL, thru IL, what are the
issues of transporting a pistol thru IL? I don't think it is legal, but don't know for sure?
Any help with this question would be well received.
Thanks!

With a valid concealed carry license from your state of residence, you may legally carry a loaded pistol on your person or in the passenger cabin of your vehicle. DO NOT exit the vehicle with your gun at a lunch stop, refuel stop or potty break, etc., leave it in the vehicle. It is illegal for a non-resident to carry a pistol outside the vehicle even if you have a valid carry license from your home state. Illinois does not recognize any state's carry permit.

Here is the source, it cites the appropriate law:

Illinois Gun Laws: What You Need to Know | USCCA

I would net even get close to Chicago, the city has some very restrictive laws on gun possession. If you have to go through the city I would unload the gun, place it in a locked box in the car's trunk with the ammo stored elsewhere in the vehicle. This way you will be safe.
I used to travel through Illinois frequently with my carry gun and I never stopped for anything in the state. I fueled up, ate and took a bathroom break before entering Illinois. I felt that if the state couldn't recognize my right to self defense it didn't need any money from me for purchases in Illinois.

Dotneko 10-12-2021 06:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mortal1 (Post 2016657)
Anyone who asks such a question by posting online has the power to "google", "bing" whatever..."concealed carry states that reciprocate with Florida". Try using all life has taught you to formulate a question to the world wide web in lieu of asking here.

Or how about scrolling on by instead of being an ....... There are any number of things on this board that could be found via google. Perhaps they want a connection with a real person. A friendly response or ignoring should be your two options.

tophcfa 10-12-2021 06:33 PM

Generally, reciprocating agreements are only between states with substantially similar laws and hoops you need to jump through to get a license. Since Florida has less stringent laws than most northern states, very few reciprocal agreements exist. My understanding is that it is legal to transport firearms, by federal law, across state lines as long as you have a valid license from your home state and they are legally owned. However, all firearms need to be unloaded and locked, with ammunition stored securely in a separate place. I am licensed in Massachusetts, but frequently hunt in New Hampshire. Whenever I travel with my hunting rifle and pistol, they are locked in a gun case unloaded, and the ammo is locked up in a separate waterproof pelican box. Just to be extra safe, I also take the bolt out of the 30-06 and field strip my Sig pistol. I store the rifle bolt and pistol barrel with the ammo, so both guns are stored locked and disabled. Hope this helps.


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