Not being an attorney, I can only give you my logical interpretation. According to the reading of the law in your post, I would conclude that viewing the holster is similar as if you were viewing the firearm, as it could be considered that a reasonable person could/would assume it's a firearm.
If you would take a literal approach, and only consider the viewing of the actual firearm, then if a holster covered the entire weapon, you would be able to walk around with a holstered weapon in plain sight, which obviously is not legal under Florida law.
That said, printing is not illegal, so if your holster was briefly exposed if you reached for something, or someone could see the outline of it through a garment, I believe unless someone called and reported you to the police, all you would be required to do is present your CWL to the officer. If for some reason the officers felt that your method of carry was not within the definition of concealed carry, then they could take further legal action.
In conclusion, it's best to keep your concealed weapon concealed.
If you would take a literal approach, and only consider the viewing of the actual firearm, then if a holster covered the entire weapon, you would be able to walk around with a holstered weapon in plain sight, which obviously is not legal under Florida law.
That said, printing is not illegal, so if your holster was briefly exposed if you reached for something, or someone could see the outline of it through a garment, I believe unless someone called and reported you to the police, all you would be required to do is present your CWL to the officer. If for some reason the officers felt that your method of carry was not within the definition of concealed carry, then they could take further legal action.
In conclusion, it's best to keep your concealed weapon concealed.
