ORIGINAL: Snook384
I am in an argument in regards to the legal method of taking a turkey. I see several turkeys just about every time I go out but usually at about 200 yards. I thought my 204 would be a great solution but I have been told that centerfire firearms are illegal here in Florida. I went to their website and here is what I pulled.....
PROHBITIONS
Using centerfire, semiautomatic rifles having magazine capacities of more than five rounds; using fully automatic or silencer-equipped firearms.
So if my rifle has a max capacity of 4 rounds including one in the chamber is it legal to shoot a turkey with it. I would like someone with definite knowledge to help me before I screw up and get a fine.
Thank you,
Chris.
That doesnt explain enough to make an assumption whether a rifle is legal or not for turkey hunting. If I were you Id make a phone call to your local G&F office and get the full scoop on the poop. Id hate to see ya get into trouble.
To the guy bagging on folks wanting to use rifles for turkey hunting you should try turkey hunting out west where in most cases rifles are the only way because of the lack of cover. Here In AZ we can use everything from a 17 rimfire and up on turkey during the fall season. Spring turkey is shotgun and archery only because that time of year the birds respond to calls.
It don't matter how you get'r done aslong as you get'r done aslong as it puts meat in the freezer thats all that matters.