Florida Gun Trust Attorney

Owning and passing down firearms-especially NFA-regulated items-requires careful legal planning in Florida. A gun trust helps you comply with state and federal law, simplifies transfer after death or incapacity, and reduces risk for your heirs. At De Paz Law, we draft Florida-specific gun trusts for responsible owners throughout Tampa Bay.

What Is a Gun Trust?

A gun trust is a legal entity created to:



  • Lawfully own, possess, and transfer firearms, including NFA items (suppressors, SBRs, etc.)

  • Name multiple authorized users (trustees)

  • Avoid probate complications or accidental felony transfers

  • Clarify who can inherit or use your firearms

Who Should Consider a Gun Trust?

Firearm collectors, sport shooters, or anyone owning NFA-regulated firearms

Families who want clear legal guidance for inheritance or gifting

Those wishing to name responsible users and successors

Owners seeking privacy and efficient transfer as part of a larger estate plan

Gun Trusts vs. Regular Trusts

While some trusts can hold personal property, gun trusts are specially drafted for firearms and NFA compliance. Regular living trusts are not designed to address ATF regulations or multiple authorized users.

How Gun Trusts Fit Into Your Estate Plan

We coordinate gun trusts with your overall estate or trust plan to:


  • Name successor trustees and responsible heirs

  • Integrate firearms planning with your other assets

  • Prevent confusion or legal risk for loved ones

Why Choose De Paz Law

  • Attorney-drafted, Florida-compliant gun trusts

  • Direct guidance on ATF and state requirements

  • Integration with your broader estate plan

  • Secure, private drafting and signing process

  • Local support in Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Tampa Bay
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