State lawmakers: Cities can’t ban guns in parks, town halls (GOP/NRA Nanny State)

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http://www.miamiherald.com/2011/07/31/2340997/state-lawmakers-cities-cant-ban.html

Do handguns belong in South Florida’s parks and recreation centers and city halls?

They do according to the Florida Legislature.

Under a new law that takes effect Oct. 1, all of the state’s cities and counties must repeal local rules limiting gun ownership. Although the state has claimed sole right to regulate firearms since 1987, this year’s new law adds fines for local officials who fail to comply, and gives gun owners a right to sue for damages if they believe their rights have been violated.

Though the initial bill suggested a fine of $5 million, the final legislation lowered the amount to $5,000.

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