FLORIDA CLASS K FIREARMS
INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
EXAMINATION STUDY GUIDE
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS
LATEST UPDATE
1. Under Florida Statute Chapter 493, which state agency is responsible for the regulation and
licensing of Class K instructors?
A. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE)
B. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)
C. The Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Licensing
D. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: The Division of Licensing under the Department of Agriculture
and Consumer Services oversees all Chapter 493 licenses, including Class K Firearms
Instructors.
2. What is the minimum number of hours required for the initial firearms proficiency course
for a Class G license applicant?
A. 28 hours
,B. 24 hours
C. 16 hours
D. 40 hours
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: The initial training for a Class G license consists of a
comprehensive 28-hour course as mandated by Florida Administrative Code 5N-1.
3. According to F.S. 776.012, use of deadly force is justifiable if a person reasonably believes it
is necessary to prevent:
A. Any misdemeanor theft
B. Verbal insults and provocation
C. Trespassing on an open field
D. The imminent commission of a forcible felony
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Deadly force is justifiable to prevent imminent death or great
bodily harm to oneself or another, or to prevent the imminent commission of a forcible
felony.
4. How many years must a Class K instructor retain training records for students who have
completed the G course?
A. 1 year
, B. Permanently
C. 5 years
D. 2 years
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Florida Administrative Code requires that instructors maintain
training records for at least 2 years.
5. Which of the following is NOT defined as a ‘forcible felony’ under Florida Statute 776.08?
A. Murder
B. Carjacking
C. Simple Battery
D. Aggravated Stalking
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Simple Battery is typically a misdemeanor. Forcible felonies
involve the use or threat of physical force or violence against an individual.
6. A Class K instructor must report any change of residence or business address to the Division
within how many days?
A. 5 days
B. 30 days
INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
EXAMINATION STUDY GUIDE
QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED ANSWERS
LATEST UPDATE
1. Under Florida Statute Chapter 493, which state agency is responsible for the regulation and
licensing of Class K instructors?
A. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE)
B. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)
C. The Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Licensing
D. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: The Division of Licensing under the Department of Agriculture
and Consumer Services oversees all Chapter 493 licenses, including Class K Firearms
Instructors.
2. What is the minimum number of hours required for the initial firearms proficiency course
for a Class G license applicant?
A. 28 hours
,B. 24 hours
C. 16 hours
D. 40 hours
Answer: A
Conceptual Explanation: The initial training for a Class G license consists of a
comprehensive 28-hour course as mandated by Florida Administrative Code 5N-1.
3. According to F.S. 776.012, use of deadly force is justifiable if a person reasonably believes it
is necessary to prevent:
A. Any misdemeanor theft
B. Verbal insults and provocation
C. Trespassing on an open field
D. The imminent commission of a forcible felony
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Deadly force is justifiable to prevent imminent death or great
bodily harm to oneself or another, or to prevent the imminent commission of a forcible
felony.
4. How many years must a Class K instructor retain training records for students who have
completed the G course?
A. 1 year
, B. Permanently
C. 5 years
D. 2 years
Answer: D
Conceptual Explanation: Florida Administrative Code requires that instructors maintain
training records for at least 2 years.
5. Which of the following is NOT defined as a ‘forcible felony’ under Florida Statute 776.08?
A. Murder
B. Carjacking
C. Simple Battery
D. Aggravated Stalking
Answer: C
Conceptual Explanation: Simple Battery is typically a misdemeanor. Forcible felonies
involve the use or threat of physical force or violence against an individual.
6. A Class K instructor must report any change of residence or business address to the Division
within how many days?
A. 5 days
B. 30 days
