Minor Firearm Possession
A minor's prohibited possession of a firearm, or an adult's prohibited permission of a minor's weapon or firearm possession.
Florida Statute
§ 790.22
Use by minor and possession of firearms by minor
Quick Summary
The matrix separates adult responsibility, a first minor firearm-possession offense, and later offenses.
Classification Matrix
Use this as a quick classification reference. Specific facts, statutory circumstances, and charging allegations may affect the applicable result.
Adult Permitting Minor Under 16 to Use or Possess Covered Item
F.S. § 790.22(2)
Responsible adult knowingly permits the prohibited use or possession by a child under 16.
Adult Permitting Minor Firearm Possession
F.S. § 790.22(4)(a)
Parent, guardian, or responsible adult knowingly and willfully permits a minor firearm possession violation.
Minor Firearm Possession - First Offense
F.S. § 790.22(5)(a)1.
Minor violates the firearm-possession prohibition for a first offense.
Minor Firearm Possession - Second or Subsequent Offense
F.S. § 790.22(5)(a)2.
Minor violates the firearm-possession prohibition after a prior offense.
Elements of the Offense
Elements of the Offense
- Element 1
The minor or responsible adult engaged in conduct prohibited by the charged subsection of section 790.22.
Plain language: Identify the person charged and the prohibited item or firearm possession.
- Element 2
The conduct did not satisfy the applicable supervision, hunting, recreational activity, transport, home, or other statutory exception.
Plain language: Confirm all potentially applicable minor-possession exceptions.
Additional Notes
Additional Notes
Quick Reference
This is a statute with several exceptions and distinct offender tracks. Document age, item, adult supervision, parent/guardian consent, activity, and transport facts.