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In Florida, It’s Often Shoot First, Learn The Law Later

Stand Your Ground

After George Zimmerman shot Trayvon Martin, Aram Roston wanted to see how hard it was to get a concealed-weapon permit.

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Published May 17 2012 4:45AM EDT

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Earlier this month, I laid out $60 at a gun store in Orlando to take the firearms course required for a license to carry a concealed weapon.

Rieg’s Gun Shop and Range is located in a squat cinderblock building, between the Baby Dolls strip club and The Royal bar.

Aram Roston

Aram Roston

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