Florida AG Says Jacksonville Firearm Registry Violated State Law

Summary

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier formally challenged the Fourth Judicial Circuit State Attorney's decision not to prosecute the City of Jacksonville for maintaining firearm logbooks. Uthmeier argues on March 2, 2026, that the city's practice of recording firearm and personal information of over 100 citizens violated Section 790.335(2)(a), Florida Statutes, which prohibits local firearm registries. His office is now pursuing civil enforcement, which could result in penalties up to $5 million for the city.