As it currently stands in Florida, individuals have the legal right to carry non-lethal self-defense tools such as pepper spray, pepper gel, tasers, and stun guns for personal protection. However, the University of North Florida’s current weapons policy prohibits the possession or use of these essential self-defense devices by faculty, staff, students, or visitors on campus property.
This restrictive policy severely limits individuals’ ability to protect themselves in potentially dangerous situations, thereby compromising the safety of everyone within the university community. The right to self-defense is a fundamental human right, and individuals must have access to effective, non-lethal means of protection, especially in environments where threats may arise unexpectedly.
By prohibiting the use of pepper spray, pepper gel, tasers, and stun guns, the University of North Florida is putting its community members at risk. We urge the University of North Florida administration and President Moez Limayem to prioritize the safety and well-being of students, faculty, staff, and visitors by reversing this ban on non-lethal self-defense devices. Ensuring that individuals have the means to protect themselves is not only a matter of personal safety but also a necessary step toward creating a secure and supportive campus environment.
As it currently stands in Florida, individuals have the legal right to carry non-lethal self-defense tools such as pepper spray, pepper gel, tasers, and stun guns for personal protection. However, the University of North Florida's current weapons policy prohibits the possession or use of these essential self-defense devices by faculty, staff, students, or visitors on campus property. This restrictive policy severely limits individuals' ability to protect themselves in potentially dangerous situations, thereby compromising the safety of everyone within the university community. The right to self-defense is a fundamental human right, and it is imperative that individuals have access to effective, non-lethal means of protection, especially in environments where threats may arise unexpectedly. By prohibiting the use of pepper spray, pepper gel, tasers, and stun guns, the University of North Florida is putting its community members at risk. We urge the University of North Florida administration and President Moez Limayem to prioritize the safety and well-being of students, faculty, staff, and visitors by reversing this ban on non-lethal self-defense devices. Ensuring that individuals have the means to protect themselves is not only a matter of personal safety but also a necessary step toward creating a secure and supportive campus environment.