Since 1987, the state has prevented cities and counties from tightening regulations on firearms and ammunition. But Florida strengthened its regulatory hold in 2011 with a law that includes sanctions of up to a $5,000 fine against local officials, a ban on a government using public funds for legal defense if it is sued and awarding damages of up to $100,000 plus attorney’s fees to a member of the public or an organization if they successfully sue a city over gun ordinances.
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