This proposed rulemaking updates firearms instruction requirements, and codifies in new rule 5N-1.132, guidelines for Class “G” licensee initial firearms qualification, subsequent requalification, and qualification for other types and calibers of ...

 

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES

Division of Licensing

RULE NOS.:RULE TITLES:

5N-1.132Firearms Training

5N-1.134Firearms Instructor's Training Manual and Certificate of Firearms Proficiency for Statewide Firearm License Schools or Training Facilities, License Application; Exemptions

PURPOSE AND EFFECT: This proposed rulemaking updates firearms instruction requirements, and codifies in new Rule 5N-1.132, F.A.C., guidelines for Class “G” licensee initial firearms qualification, subsequent requalification, and qualification for other types and calibers of firearms. The proposed new rule incorporates a Firearms Training Manual Student Handbook and an Instructor’s Guide, and a revised version of the Certificate of Firearms Proficiency for Statewide Firearm License. The effect of proposed changes will be to improve firearms training and provide clear guidelines for applicants and licensees.

SUBJECT AREA TO BE ADDRESSED: Firearms training and instruction.

RULEMAKING AUTHORITY: 493.6103, 493.6105(5), 493.6115(8), 493.6304(3), 493.6406(3), FS.

LAW IMPLEMENTED: 493.6105, 493.6113(3), 493.6115, 493.6121, 493.6304, 493.6406, FS.

IF REQUESTED IN WRITING AND NOT DEEMED UNNECESSARY BY THE AGENCY HEAD, A RULE DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP WILL BE NOTICED IN THE NEXT AVAILABLE FLORIDA ADMINISTRATIVE REGISTER.

THE PERSON TO BE CONTACTED REGARDING THE PROPOSED RULE DEVELOPMENT AND A COPY OF THE PRELIMINARY DRAFT, IF AVAILABLE, IS: John Roberts, Government Analyst, Division of Licensing; [e-mail]; [phone].

THE PRELIMINARY TEXT OF THE PROPOSED RULE DEVELOPMENT IS AVAILABLE AT NO CHARGE FROM THE CONTACT PERSON LISTED ABOVE.