A "Publi walk" now?

[Fx51LP308]

The Newsmax crawl is now reporting this morning that the Publix chain of grocery stores will permit OC in their Florida stores. This, apparently, in response to the change in court actions that (apparently) now allow OC in Florida. I knew I'd heard something about that before, but was still skeptical, not wanting to be the "test case."

So, a "Publi" walk now, in addition to a "Wally Walk?" This should prove interesting. Almost makes me want to shop more at Publix to see how many will "participate."

Almost.... Still too pricey.

 

[Maser]

What's the point of OC in FL? They already have Constitutional Carry.

 

[Milf Dots]

Lawful Open Carry prevents any "imperial entanglements" one might experience with the rare but not unheard of combination of accidentally printing or partial exposure of CC weapon and an LEO having a bad day who wants to pass it on to a law abiding citizen.

I'm pro LE but I'm also for open carry being legal, though I'll almost always conceal for the tactical advantage.

 

[Fx51LP308]

What's the point of OC in FL? They already have Constitutional Carry.

Two different things. "Constitutional Carry" (actually "Permitess Carry" in FL) only allows one to carry without the need for a License/Permit, as long as you are, otherwise, eligible to carry per State Law. One needs only a valid DL or state ID. But that has nothing to do with OC (how one carries) and FL law still made that illegal.

Now, apparently, some courts have struck down FL's law banning OC. We'll see how long that holds before being challenged again. And, Publix is responding to the strikedown. We'll see how it goes, but I think I'll stay "concealed" and maintain my CWFL. It does things for me that Permitless carry can't. 1) Reciprocity in other states; 2) Immediate FFL delivery instead of waiting 3 days; 3) Carry within 1000 ft. of a School Zone.

 

[EddieNFL]

Two different things. "Constitutional Carry" (actually "Permitess Carry" in FL) only allows one to carry without the need for a License/Permit, as long as you are, otherwise, eligible to carry per State Law. One needs only a valid DL or state ID. But that has nothing to do with OC (how one carries) and FL law still made that illegal.

Now, apparently, some courts have struck down FL's law banning OC. We'll see how long that holds before being challenged again. And, Publix is responding to the strikedown. We'll see how it goes, but I think I'll stay "concealed" and maintain my CWFL. It does things for me that Permitless carry can't. 1) Reciprocity in other states; 2) Immediate FFL delivery instead of waiting 3 days; 3) Carry within 1000 ft. of a School Zone.

Ditto.

The wife is happy theiy're opening another Publix closer to us.

 

[918v]

What's the point of OC in FL? They already have Constitutional Carry.

you can’t just shoot everybody

 

[davsco]

i don't remember any signs prohibiting firearms at publix's there? but good to know they're allowing.

yeah i was shocked when i went to pick up a lower there in florida (va resident but also a condo in fla) and had to wait 3 days. so i did get my florida permit to avoid a waiting period. most of us already have a gun (or ten) so the waiting period (like all other gun control) is a waste.

 

[Fx51LP308]

Lawful Open Carry prevents any "imperial entanglements" one might experience with the rare but not unheard of combination of accidentally printing or partial exposure of CC weapon and an LEO having a bad day who wants to pass it on to a law abiding citizen.

I'm pro LE but I'm also for open carry being legal, though I'll almost always conceal for the tactical advantage.

That's the one very reason why I'd want to see OC in FL. It removes a lot of the "discretion" by LE when enforcing 'Improper display" laws. That was the 3rd of my "Fab 4" things I want DeSantis to do before he leaves office. The first is repeal/eliminate Red Flag laws for the reasons stated so many times before. The 2nd is eliminate and "Felonize" State level "Civil Asset Forfeiture." No one but a Court should have the authority to deprive a US CItizen of their property and only after a lawful adjudication within that court.

 

[Death From A Distance]

Just think none of it would be necessary, if the Bill of Rights was actually followed.

We have been pissed on for so long now

 

[oneshot86]

you can’t just shoot everybody

Yes you can

 

[Soulezoo]

Yes you can

Not even Army Jerry has that much ammo.

 

[Rootshot]

I live in Florida and have yet to see a single person open carry. I would like to believe most people realize that very little good can come from exercising this right. The only think I've seen is a social media picture of some rage baiter with a Draco strapped to his back on a motorcycle (allegedly) in Florida.

 

[Fx51LP308]

I live in Florida and have yet to see a single person open carry. I would like to believe most people realize that very little good can come from exercising this right. The only think I've seen is a social media picture of some rage baiter with a Draco strapped to his back on a motorcycle (allegedly) in Florida.

Aside from the general "constitutionality" aspect of it, there are some who like to go fishing and hunting (two things where you were allowed to OC) but kept getting harassed by LE. I believe the PInellas County Pier is one place where the OC'ers get harassed a lot.

Honestly, I think it will be quite a while before OC becomes "socially acceptable" in FL, assuming the legality of it sticks (and I have my doubts about that). It is acceptable in states like Tx and Az. Not in FL. Too many NY'ers moving down here. One is likely to be SWATed instantly if caught OC'ing... even if legal. There are also the establishment forces here such as "The Rodent," "the FRF" , "Reno's RINOs" and the FL Sheriff's assoc. All of them don't want it either. And I believe these are the people that have the FL Legislature wrapped around their fingers. It will take some powerful mojo to (as Lindsey Buckingham would say), "break the chain."

 

[Maser]

Two different things. "Constitutional Carry" (actually "Permitess Carry" in FL) only allows one to carry without the need for a License/Permit, as long as you are, otherwise, eligible to carry per State Law. One needs only a valid DL or state ID. But that has nothing to do with OC (how one carries) and FL law still made that illegal.

Now, apparently, some courts have struck down FL's law banning OC. We'll see how long that holds before being challenged again. And, Publix is responding to the strikedown. We'll see how it goes, but I think I'll stay "concealed" and maintain my CWFL. It does things for me that Permitless carry can't. 1) Reciprocity in other states; 2) Immediate FFL delivery instead of waiting 3 days; 3) Carry within 1000 ft. of a School Zone.

Well, I have no qualms admitting at a gun forum that I am pretty anti-OC. Not from a legal sense because I don't believe in any form of gun control or bannings. I just feel if you OC, you're putting yourself and the others around you in immediate danger if an attack is gonna happen. It's pretty much a sign above you that reads "kill me first" to a mass shooter. CC is the way to go because you have the element of surprise on your side.

 

[Fx51LP308]

Well, I have no qualms admitting at a gun forum that I am pretty anti-OC. Not from a legal sense because I don't believe in any form of gun control or bannings. I just feel if you OC, you're putting yourself and the others around you in immediate danger if an attack is gonna happen. It's pretty much a sign above you that reads "kill me first" to a mass shooter. CC is the way to go because you have the element of surprise on your side.

Agreed. And that's one of the reasons why I prefer to stay "Concealed." So that the BGs don't know what I have until it's time to show them!

 

[HPIguy]

Open carry is legal here in NC. However, we also have a dumbass statute known as Going Armed to the Terror of the People. And with all the foreigners that have moved in here, open carry is essentially useless these days for that reason. About the only time I'll open carry is when in the woods. Everywhere else, it's concealed.

 

[Snuby642]

Some days you just want to show your support for the second amendment, I open carry those days.

Some days it's just a FU liberals day, I open carry then.

Some places you go to look at you funny if not open carrying, like you were a libtard from the big city or some kind of deviant, criminal maybe.

The welcoming feeling when you walk into a small town cafe and a batch of the adults are armed openly and half the rest are concealed let's me know I am exactly where I belong.

God Bless the USA

 

[918v]

Yes you can

Oh, wait I just realized you people weren’t talking about pepper spray.