Authorities: Text warning of concealed carry cut-off date is scam
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If you get a text warning you that today is the final day to get a concealed carry permit in Florida, DELETE IT right away, authorities warn. Itâs a scam.
The Flagler County Sheriffâs Office said in a social media post that it has received reports from multiple residents about the text message.
The message claims that Dec. 22 is the final day to get a concealed carry gun certificate permit and then includes a link to download the application.
Donât click that link, deputies warned.
There is NO cut-off date to get a concealed weapons permit in Florida.
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