Seems like a stupid law to me, but luckily I don't have to live there. Yep, I ain't as good as I once was.
Going to a movie theatre in FL
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ironhead7544
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I believe the theater in CO had a no guns sign up. The only one the sign protected was the shooter.
I generally stay out of Psyco Hunting Preserves. The very people they are trying discourage with a sign are actually encouraged by them.
I generally stay out of Psyco Hunting Preserves. The very people they are trying discourage with a sign are actually encouraged by them.
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Triathloncoach
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I would go with full body armor and a bazooka. And sit behind fat people. They make great human shields and they can't get out of the way fast enough. Good luck, stay vigilant. But not vigilante.
Triathloncoach
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Then you must have read about the guy in Florida who recently shot and killed the man in front of him when he wouldn't stop texting his teen age daughter. He got in trouble too.
Protected One
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I think it's a stupid law too...but it's the law none the less, and I have determined not to risk losing my right to carry by knowingly violating any of them. As I stated earlier, we have found a theatre with less than 2000 seats so I carry when we go. And should we (for some reason) go to a different theatre chances are my friend and his wife (and his Kahr .40) are with us. That grants me a measure of comfort.
hangnoose
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FL GUN LAW
That sounds pretty typical for the gunshine state, "clear as mud" & you get as many different answers as people you ask.
I wanted to know the exact laws but the price of the book, I was expecting a free pamphlet, and getting "it depends/ maybe- maybe not" answers kept the cash in my pocket.
That sounds pretty typical for the gunshine state, "clear as mud" & you get as many different answers as people you ask.
I wanted to know the exact laws but the price of the book, I was expecting a free pamphlet, and getting "it depends/ maybe- maybe not" answers kept the cash in my pocket.
Moe Mentum
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They call it concealed because nobody is suppose know, that said, you decide.
Gryff
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I would never carry something that I have not practiced extensively with. If you ever have to use your weapon, not only do you have to worry about stopping the attack, you have a moral obligation to consider the people around you. If you are not competent with an aspect of your CCW gear, then you should seriously consider not using it. A fight for you life is not the time to discover whether something works for you or not.
Train with the gear you're going to wear in the game.
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I have never taken a toy out with me that I have not thoroughly played with it so as to be confident enough to carry it with me, but not to stupid to use it or not, depending on wether or not I need to defend my loved ones or myself...In fact, if there are no weapons involved I might try to bust a kneecap first... I do appreciate the feedback though.
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As a general rule , carry wherever not prohibited by law. If asked to leave by person autherized to tell you so ( presumably any theatre employee ) , then politely do so .
Because I am cheap , and work night shift , I usually go to the bargin AM shows, when the crowds are usually sparse , and hence not a desireable target.
Because I am cheap , and work night shift , I usually go to the bargin AM shows, when the crowds are usually sparse , and hence not a desireable target.
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As a general rule , carry wherever not prohibited by law. If asked to leave by person autherized to tell you so ( presumably any theatre employee ) , then politely do so .
Because I am cheap , and work night shift , I usually go to the bargin AM shows, when the crowds are usually sparse , and hence not a desireable target.
Because I am cheap , and work night shift , I usually go to the bargin AM shows, when the crowds are usually sparse , and hence not a desireable target.
Frizzman
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I have carried concealed firearms as a LEO and a civilian since the late 70's. I have had only two occasions to draw the gun and both resulted in the threat retreating and no shots fired and no complications. I have always been very careful to keep the weapon(s) well concealed. I have been in numerous venues where the property owners have such signs posted. I ignore them. I have never been questioned or asked to leave a place due to having a firearm...I don't drink while armed...I don't get intoxicated. I can control my temper. I don't feel special because I am armed. I don't discuss my firearm status in public. I don't have firearms related decals on my vehicles or wear apparel with firearms themes...In short, it isn't an issue. I stay out of places where I am subject to arrest for having a firearm on my person...I never openly carry...In over forty years, it has never been a problem.
When driving to the theater, I recommend wearing a NASCAR helmet and fireproof suit.
After all, the odds of getting in a car accident on the way to the theater greatly exceed the odds of being shot by a bad guy at the theater.
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Shielded4good
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Thank you sir. Good and sound advice. Chariut Sabunim! Keung-ye! (Attention! Face the master! Bow! in Korean)
I bowed to the flag of the United States of America and the Korean flag for many years as a practitioner of Taekwondo)-- I appreciate your share. And appreciate your service to the country.
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My recommendation would be to check the applicable laws in Florida.
Here in Michigan we are not legally permitted to ccw in a movie theatre that seats 2500 or more (all theatres combined). Many people play the odds of getting caught, I'm sure...but I am not one of them.
My wife and I have found a theatre that seats much less, has the best popcorn in the area, and has the newest recliner style chairs to boot!
P.S. Don't know what you are going to see, but I can highly recommend "Kingsmen".
Went to see "Focus" with Will Smith... It was OK I guess... A comedy with a bit of suspense...Nothing to brag about.
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Shielded4good
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Shoulder holsters are appealing to me, but down here I would be able to use it 3 months out of the year, at most. :/
schgsd
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Well 12 people in Aurora might reconsider their ticket purchase.
Maybe I'm overly cautious? I won't fly commercial air since Valujet 592 augered into the Everglades.
I've actually done some quite risky things in my life, but I always wanted to stack the odds as much in my favor as practicable. Nowadays my risks are much lower, but I'd feel awfully bad if I were someplace and someone was committing a crime of violence and, although I'm well-trained and capable, I didn't have the means to protect myself or mine. You can depend upon statistics, I'll depend on me and my shootin' iron.When driving to the theater, I recommend wearing a NASCAR helmet and fireproof suit.
i could not agree more
Faulkner
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We don't go to the movie theater more than 2 or 3 times a year anymore, sometimes less. I find an ankle holster the most comfortable for this sort of thing.
I also ALWAYS carry a small tactical light with me to places like the theater, church, the mall, even when I fly. Although, fortunately, I've never needed to use my firearm in these places I've had to use my light on numerous occasions.
For example, a couple of years ago my wife and I were at the theater watching IRONMAN 3 when a gentleman passed out about halfway through the movie. I was able to help render aid and my flashlight proved invaluable until they could get the movie shutdown and the house lights turned on.
I also ALWAYS carry a small tactical light with me to places like the theater, church, the mall, even when I fly. Although, fortunately, I've never needed to use my firearm in these places I've had to use my light on numerous occasions.
For example, a couple of years ago my wife and I were at the theater watching IRONMAN 3 when a gentleman passed out about halfway through the movie. I was able to help render aid and my flashlight proved invaluable until they could get the movie shutdown and the house lights turned on.
That's what I was thinking.....
1 in 3.358 billion. That is totally insignificant unless you are the one.
1 in 3.358 billion. That is totally insignificant unless you are the one.
Absolutely.....
Never hurts to have an extra mag, long, short or in between. Ideally I'd have crossed bandelieros over my shoulders.
Never hurts to have an extra mag, long, short or in between. Ideally I'd have crossed bandelieros over my shoulders.
Even if the law......
Even if the law is on your side a dispute is likely to get you into a position where you have to defend that right....after you are bailed out.
Even if the law is on your side a dispute is likely to get you into a position where you have to defend that right....after you are bailed out.
Don't exaggerate, that was 1 in 1.358 billion. I don't recall a mass theater shooting in 2013 or 2014 though so 1 in multiple billions is a good approximation of the risk.
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This is one of those threads that I really didn't want to read, but I just had to.....
You aren't alone. This is one of those threads that make the reader feel like Bill Murray in Groundhog Day.
Miami_JBT
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You can legally carry with a CCW in movies in FL. The "No Gun Signs" carry no legal weight in FL. They must tell you in person that you cannot carry on their property. But if you're CCWing properly, they'll never know and thus they won't tell you not to carry on their property.
I think the rules should apply to all equally,
Before shall issue Michigan had a two tear system for gun permits, you could get a restricted license, or a general license.
When we changed to shall issue it was supposed to make it a level playing field, but as you can see it didn't, we still have a two tear system.
