The most significant shift in 2025 came from a September 10 ruling by Florida's First District Court of Appeal in McDaniels v. State, which declared the state's longstanding ban on open carry (Florida Statute 790.053) unconstitutional under the Second Amendment. Effective September 25, 2025, eligible Floridians (law-abiding adults meeting ownership requirements, such as no felony convictions) can now openly carry firearms in most public places. This doesn't directly change selling processes but may boost buyer interest in holsters, accessories, or trades as more people feel empowered to carry.

Restrictions remain: Open carry is prohibited in sensitive locations like schools, polling places, government buildings, airports, and businesses posting "no guns" signs. Law enforcement emphasizes caution to avoid trespassing or brandishing issues.

No new gun registries were introduced in 2025—Florida law prohibits state or local registries of privately owned firearms, with this reaffirmed and no changes enacted. Several gun-related bills failed in the 2025 legislative session, including universal background checks on ammunition, assault weapon bans, and expanded red flag laws—maintaining the status quo for private transfers.

Permitless concealed carry (from 2023) remains unchanged: Eligible individuals can conceal carry without a license, though training is recommended for safety and out-of-state reciprocity.

Legal Tip for Orlando Sellers: Stay informed—laws evolve via courts or sessions. Partner with Accurate Gun Auctions for compliant, secure, and profitable transactions in Central Florida. Contact us today for a free appraisal!

Accurate Gun Auctions consistently provides the highest returns for sellers in Orlando and throughout Orange County. Our national auction platform reaches 250,000+ qualified buyers, often delivering 30%+ higher payouts than local gun store trade-ins, pawn shops, or direct private sales. We handle professional photography, marketing, secure FFL transfers, and full compliance to maximize your profit while minimizing risks.

Yes—Accurate Gun Auctions offers immediate cash buyouts for single firearms or entire collections across Orlando and Orange County. Contact us for a same-day or next-day expert appraisal and fast, no-obligation cash offer. Our process is FFL-compliant, secure, and often beats local alternatives.

Yes, private sales remain legal in Florida (including Orlando) in 2026 for most resident-to-resident transfers, with no mandatory background checks required under state law (though federal prohibitions apply if selling to ineligible persons). However, risks include potential liability, scams, or unknowingly transferring to prohibited buyers. Using a licensed dealer like Accurate Gun Auctions ensures FDLE background checks, transfers liability, and guarantees 100% compliance with Florida Statute 790—making it the safer, smarter choice for Orlando sellers.

Yes, Accurate Gun Auctions provides Free Expert Valuations for Orlando residents and Central Florida sellers—whether single items or full collections. Our appraisals draw from current 2026 market data, recent sales comps, and our national bidder network to deliver accurate, no-obligation estimates that help maximize your return.

Online gun sales from Orlando carry risks—avoid unverified platforms or direct deals. Red flags include above-market offers, wire transfer/PayPal "friends & family" requests, or shipping demands without FFL. Always verify buyer eligibility, require FFL transfers for interstate or uncertain sales (federally mandated), and never ship without confirmed FFL receipt. Use reputable auction services like Accurate Gun Auctions—we vet bidders, handle secure payments, manage transfers, and eliminate scam exposure while securing top prices.