Cities and counties have been passing gun bans even though state law says they have no power to do so.
A new bill in Tallahassee would require courts to overturn the bans and make sure the local officials behind them are removed from office.
For Jessica Jaworski, the park is one place she doesn't worry about her toddler’s safety.
There are plenty of eyes around the park, not to mention a long list of rules. One rule becoming more and more common is no guns allowed.
Jessica’s all for it, arguing it shouldn't take an ordinance to keep people safe.
“You don't have your guns around little kids…It's the same as if you have a gun at home, you lock it up when you have little kids around,” said Jaworski. “To me, that's just common sense.”
In the eyes of many local officials, guns are no different than bikes and skateboards -- all they've got to do is pass an ordinance, put out a sign, and they're as good as banned.
Despite the state law and the new penalties, more cities and counties are doing exactly that, figuring a judge will view things their way.
Many judges have and that's why the new bill would leave the court system no choice but to crack down hard on local leaders who flaunt the law.
Gun rights advocates say the local bans have turned Florida into a dangerous place for anyone who owns a weapon.
“Every citizen, no matter where he or she lives in the state, knows what the rules are,” said Marion Hammer, United Sportsmen of Florida. “You can't allow local governments to adopt their own rules and expect people to know what they are.”
Local officials point out from speed limits to parking fines, every city and county has its own rules and they're clearly marked.
Then again, when it comes to guns, more than a few lawmakers want the number one rule to be protecting your rights.