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Understanding FBI Criminal Records: Why Check Them and How to Obtain a Copy

Understanding FBI Criminal Records: Why Check Them and How to Obtain a Copy

What Are FBI Criminal Records? FBI criminal records, often referred to as Identity History Summary Checks or “rap sheets,” are comprehensive documents maintained by the FBI’s Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division. These records compile an individual’s criminal history, including arrests, convictions, and other interactions with law enforcement that result in fingerprint submissions to the FBI. The records are stored…read more →

15 Aug, 2025
Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus Challenges Binary Trigger Ban in Landmark Case

Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus Challenges Binary Trigger Ban in Landmark Case

Though not a California matter, we thought it was important to share a recent challenge to a firearm component restriction out of Minnesota, as it relates to the current California litigation addressing California’s expanded defintion of “assault weapon” through a similar challengable practice. In a significant legal battle, the Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus v. Walz case, filed on February 12,…read more →

13 Aug, 2025
The Ninth Circuit’s Second Amendment Resistance: From Silveira to Duncan’s Procedural Maneuvers

The Ninth Circuit’s Second Amendment Resistance: From Silveira to Duncan’s Procedural Maneuvers

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has a well-documented history of resistance to the Second Amendment’s individual rights framework, a pattern that began with Silveira v. Lockyer (2002) and persists despite Supreme Court interventions in District of Columbia v. Heller (2008), McDonald v. City of Chicago (2010), and New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen (2022). This resistance…read more →

11 Aug, 2025
Update on Rhode v. Bonta: California’s Ammo Background Check Case Faces Further Delays

Update on Rhode v. Bonta: California’s Ammo Background Check Case Faces Further Delays

California Seeks En Banc Review As of August 7, 2025, the fight over California’s ammunition background check laws just got longer. On July 24, 2025, a three-judge panel from the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the state’s requirement for background checks on every ammo purchase violates the Second Amendment. This affirmed a lower court’s decision to stop enforcing…read more →

10 Aug, 2025

Analysis of California Penal Code Section 468: Regulation of “Sniperscopes”

Introduction California Penal Code Section 468 regulates “sniperscopes,” devices that enhance the nighttime functionality of firearms, posing a significant risk in criminal activities due to their ability to facilitate precise targeting in low-light conditions. This statute criminalizes the unauthorized possession, sale, or transfer of “sniperscopes,” reflecting California’s broader efforts to control dangerous firearm accessories that could be used in crimes…read more →

8 Aug, 2025

Summary of ATF Requirements for Notification of Change of Control for a Federal Firearms License (FFL)

A “change of control” occurs when the licensed entity (e.g., a corporation or association) remains the same, but actual or legal control shifts—directly or indirectly—through mechanisms like stock ownership changes, operation of law, or other means.atf.gov This does not require an immediate new FFL application, but specific notification and follow-up steps are mandatory to maintain compliance under 27 CFR §…read more →

6 Aug, 2025

Summary of Federal Requirements for Changing the Location of a Federal Firearms License (FFL)

When a Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) needs to change their business location, federal regulations require obtaining an amended license to ensure compliance with licensing standards at the new premises. This process is governed by the Gun Control Act of 1968 and its implementing regulations. Below is a structured summary of the key requirements: 1. Application Submission 2. Timeline 3. Certifications…read more →

4 Aug, 2025

Restore Your Firearm Rights with 18 U.S.C. § 925C: Trust The Davis Law Firm

Introduction The right to bear arms is a cornerstone of American freedom, but federal law under 18 U.S.C. § 922(g) prohibits certain individuals—such as those with felony convictions or mental health adjudications—from possessing firearms. These prohibitions can sometimes outlast their purpose, unfairly restricting law-abiding citizens. Thankfully, 18 U.S.C. § 925C offers a pathway to restore firearm rights, and recent regulatory…read more →

1 Aug, 2025

Understanding California’s Firearms Licensee Check (CFLC) Requirements

The California Firearms Licensee Check (CFLC) System is a component of California’s stringent firearms regulations, allegedly designed to ensure that firearms shipments to and within the state are conducted legally and only between authorized Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs). Administered by the California Department of Justice (DOJ) Bureau of Firearms, the CFLC system mandates that FFLs obtain a Firearms Shipment Approval…read more →

30 Jul, 2025

Understanding California’s Firearms Licensee Check (CFLC) Requirements

The California Firearms Licensee Check (CFLC) System, administered by the California Department of Justice (DOJ) Bureau of Firearms, ensures that firearms shipments to and within California are conducted legally by authorized Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs). Mandated by California Penal Code Section 27555, the CFLC system requires FFLs to obtain a Firearms Shipment Approval Number before transferring firearms to a California…read more →

30 Jul, 2025
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