Are Bump Stocks Legal in Florida?

BANNED: Bump stocks are illegal to possess in Florida under state law.

Florida is one of the 19 U.S. jurisdictions that restrict bump-fire stocks at the state level, regardless of the federal rules. Below: the statute, the history, and the penalties.

What the law says

Florida’s ban is codified at Fla. Stat. § 790.222.

  • Controlling law: Fla. Stat. § 790.222
  • Enacted: 2018
  • Penalty: Third-degree felony, up to 5 years

Florida banned bump-fire stocks in 2018; possession is a third-degree felony.

The federal picture

In Garland v. Cargill (decided June 2024), the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the ATF rule that had reclassified bump stocks as machine guns. Since that ruling, bump stocks are legal under federal law. That does not help you in Florida: the state’s own ban operates independently of federal law and remains fully enforceable.

Frequently asked questions

Is it illegal to have a bump stock in Florida?

Yes — state law bans bump-fire stocks in Florida, and the ban has been in force since 2018. This applies regardless of the device’s federal status.

What happens if I’m caught with one in Florida?

The statute provides for penalties including: third-degree felony, up to 5 years. Either way, it is a criminal matter, not a fine-and-forget violation.

I bought mine legally in another state — does that matter in Florida?

Where you bought it doesn’t change Florida law. Possession inside the state is what the statute reaches. If you move to Florida, consult an attorney about lawful disposition before you arrive.

Nearby states

Where that leaves you

Because of the state ban described above, bump-fire stocks cannot be sold or shipped to Florida, and this page exists for information only.

State device laws have shifted repeatedly since 2017, in both directions. If the law in Florida changes, our newsletter subscribers are the first to hear about it — the signup form is available on our main site.

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Informational only, not legal advice. Laws change — verify current federal, state, and local law before purchasing. Last reviewed July 2026.