Florida Class G Statewide Firearm Licence Exam Questions & Answers 2026 (11–20)

Question 1

A Florida Class G license holder who is arrested for a felony must:

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Immediately surrender the license to their employer. Chapter 493 requires a licensee to notify FDACS within 48 hours of any felony arrest. Failure to report may result in additional disciplinary action against the license.

Question 2

An armed security officer in Florida may carry only the firearm(s) that:

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Were listed and qualified with on their Class G license. A Class G license specifies the type of firearm(s) the officer qualified with. Carrying a firearm not covered by the license (e.g., a different caliber or action type) is a violation.

Question 3

An officer's Class G license is suspended. The officer may:

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Carry if they have a concealed weapons permit. A suspended Class G license means the officer's authorization to carry a firearm on duty is revoked. They cannot perform armed security duties until the license is fully reinstated by FDACS.

Question 4

The minimum age to apply for a Florida Class G license is:

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18 years old for employment, but the license application requires age 21 for firearms. While Class D licensure is available at 18, federal law and FDACS rules require a Class G applicant to be at least 21 years old to purchase/possess a handgun under 18 U.S.C. §922.

Question 5

An armed security officer must carry their Class G license:

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On their person at all times while on duty. Florida law requires the Class G licensee to carry their license on their person whenever they are performing armed security duties. The license must be available for inspection.

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a requirement to obtain a Florida Class G license?

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U.S. citizenship. Florida does not require U.S. citizenship for a Class G license. Legal U.S. residency (or authorized to work status) is sufficient, though disqualifying criminal history and age requirements still apply.

Question 7

A security officer's employer is responsible for verifying that the officer's Class G license is:

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Stored in the company safe. Under Chapter 493, the employing security agency has a duty to ensure that any officer performing armed security work holds a valid, current Class G license before assigning armed duties.

Question 8

A Florida Class G license holder who changes their home address must notify FDACS within:

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30 days. Chapter 493 requires licensees to notify FDACS of any change of address within 30 days. Failure to maintain current contact information may result in license disciplinary action.

Question 9

An employer hires a new armed security officer. Under Chapter 493, what is the employer's verification duty before allowing the officer to carry a firearm on duty?

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A. Confirm the officer holds a valid Class G license by checking the FDACS licensee database. Under §493.6303, employers must verify that an officer holds a current, valid Class G Statewide Firearm License before assigning armed duties. Verbal assurances or CCW permits do not satisfy this requirement.

Question 10

When must a Class G licensee surrender their license to FDACS?

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C. Upon revocation, suspension, or court order requiring surrender. Under Ch.493, FDACS may order surrender of a Class G license upon revocation or suspension. A court may also order surrender as part of a criminal proceeding. Voluntary retirement alone does not require formal surrender unless ordered.

Florida Class G Statewide Firearm Licence Exam Questions & Answers 2026 (11–20)

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