(1)It is unlawful and punishable as provided in s. 790.151 for any person who is under the influence of alcoholic beverages or controlled substances, when affected to the extent that his or her normal faculties are impaired, to use a firearm in this state.


When I read this, it's sounds like you cannot carry under the influence. I'd bet a dollar to a doughnut hole that if you were visibly impaired and a LEO knew you were carrying, you'd have a big problem.

It sounds like from reading the rest of it, that if you were under the influence and were forced to protect yourself, they would not prosecute you for doing so. But if they caught you carrying while intoxicated you'd be in trouble. From reading it, I can see the point that you are making.

The only time I carry when I'm drinking alcohol, is in elk camp and at the house. Bad guys or bears don't give a rats behind if your drinking or not! LMAO!!