Bravo KimberPB. I doubt I could have handled myself with the aplomb you exhibited.
When it comes right down to it! Do you really need to carry at WDW??
The whole point of carrying is that we'll never know when we'll "need" it. Quite frankly if I knew I was going to "need" my firearm, I'd much sooner pick a different route. "Looking" for trouble isn't part of being a responsible gun owner.
It's our right (in many places). If we all conduct ourselves in a responsible manner, maybe the laws will change and we'll be able to exercise our rights in other places. I'm glad that my FL license is now valid in NV. It's a small step in the right direction.
gf
FWIW, they do have plain clothed security that are pretty good at spotting CCW. My friend had his Kimber Ultra Carry in an ankle holster and was busted for the bulge. He's LEO but they had him take it to the security office like the scenario above. Said they were pretty cool about it. I have carried there several times and never had a problem. Just keep it well hidden. As mentioned, its legal in FL to carry there but they can make you leave.
Be sure that if you do decide to carry it's well concealed on your person. They do check diaper bags, purses, fanny packs, etc. What they don't do is wand folks or do "pat down" searches (at least not yet)If you do have a firearm in your bag, they may offer to secure it for you in their secured area, possibly ask you to leave or worse case scenario, call the local LE to have a little chat with you and escort you off property.
I've been there several times and concealed in various ways. So far their security hasn't "made" me. :wink:
gf
b. Florida law provides a certain degree of protection for the use of deadly force under the "castle doctrine" law, for a person who utilizes deadly force in a "place he has a right to be". Realize in advance that within a ticketed area of Disney with a gun is NOT A PLACE YOU HAVE RIGHT TO BE and said protection under the law LIKELY WILL NOT apply to you opening you up to criminal prosecution as well as civil action both from the family of your victim (yes, victim, you are considered the perpetrator now) and anyone else damaged by your actions.
Took my CCW permit class on May 16, 2009. My instructor offered the following with regards to places where you cannot carry your gun in Florida:
1) Any Federal building or voting place.
2) Schools or any school property (including even a street in front of a school!).
3) A secured area of an airport. HOWEVER, you can declare a firearm at the ticket counter; weapon must be unloaded and in a secured container.
4) Any place you have to pay admission to gain entrance to. He said this includes movie theaters.
5) Bar or even a parking lot of a bar.
6) No place considered a public nuisance (i.e., a place where illegal drugs are sold, prostitution or illegal gambling occurs, etc.).
Perhaps your CCW "instructor" should get some instruction. There is no "Anyplace you have to pay admission to gain entrance to" restriction in Florida statue...
Visiting your fine state in a few weeks. Thanks for the info about WDW but I also notice that you cannot conceal carry in a place that serves alcohol. Does that also include restaurants that serve alcohol - if you are not drinking? How about places like Mideval Times or the Arabian Nights?
One more question - how strict is Florida in terms of printing while carrying. I am from an open carry state so I seldom worry about printing.
Thanks for your assistance.
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