THEmodelof1989
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For the general education of all, regardless of state, here is the Florida statute:
790.151 Using firearm while under the influence of alcoholic beverages, chemical substances, or controlled substances; penalties.—
(1) As used in ss. 790.151-790.157, to “use a firearm” means to discharge a firearm or to have a firearm readily accessible for immediate discharge.
(2) For the purposes of this section, “readily accessible for immediate discharge” means loaded and in a person’s hand.
(3) It is unlawful and punishable as provided in subsection (4) for any person who is under the influence of alcoholic beverages, any chemical substance set forth in s. 877.111, or any substance controlled under chapter 893, when affected to the extent that his or her normal faculties are impaired, to use a firearm in this state.
(4) Any person who violates subsection (3) commits a misdemeanor of the second degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083.
(5) This section does not apply to persons exercising lawful self-defense or defense of one’s property.
My bolding. So under FL law, not only is it allowable to carry a firearm while having a drink, it is not a violation of law to "use" it in legitimate self defense. So while Florida may no longer live up to its "Gunshine State" reputation, it still recognizes a person right to self defense, even if intoxicated. The morality and liabilities can be debated until the cows come home.
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Probably best to leave interpretation of the law to those qualified as clearly you are not. While carrying a gun while drinking in public does appear perfectly legal, under no circumstances are you allowed to use that weapon outside of you own property.
More About Guns and Alcohol in Florida - U.S. & Texas LawShield
Here is a link to what U.S. Lawshield says about alcohol and handguns in Florida. They are a highly regarded firm of defense attorneys specializing in the use of self defense. They seem to disagree with you about using a pistol in self defense while drinking in Florida.
Make sure you understand the law before spreading dangerous misinformation that could land people in prison for a long time.