FWC Applicant Disqualifier List

Criminal History

  • Any felony conviction
  • A misdemeanor conviction involving domestic violence
  • A misdemeanor conviction involving perjury or a false statement

Military History

  • A dishonorable discharge from any of the Armed Forces of the United States

Controlled Substance Abuse

  • Marijuana use in past two years
  • Controlled substances use, other than marijuana, in last five years

Driving History

  • Have a valid Class E Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving record
  • DUI/BUI within past five years
  • Any traffic violation involving the refusal to submit to a breath/blood/urine test within five years

Prior Law Enforcement and Correctional Officers

  • Any sustained internal investigation for perjury or false statements


FWC Facts:
The Hunter Safety Mentoring Exemption enables newcomers to purchase a Florida hunting license and hunt during a one-year trial basis.

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