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Understanding California Proposition 65 and Its Impact on Firearms Businesses

Introduction California’s Proposition 65, also known as the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986, is a complex regulation aimed at protecting consumers from exposure to harmful chemicals. For businesses in the firearms industry—manufacturers, distributors, and retailers—compliance with Proposition 65 is not just a legal obligation but a critical step to avoid costly litigation. The chemicals commonly used…read more →

16 May, 2025

Unlock the Power of a Curio and Relics License: Discover How to Save Time, Money, and Hassle on Your Firearm Collection in California!

Are you passionate about collecting firearms but frustrated by the hassle and restrictive limitations imposed by California law? This article is designed to assist you in lawfully collecting firearms while mitigating some of the drawbacks of California’s burdensome firearm laws. How? Holders of a Type 03 Federal Firearms License (FFL) for Curios and Relics (C&R) in California are granted specific…read more →

15 May, 2025

Summary of California’s Multiburst Trigger Activator Law

California’s multiburst trigger activator law, codified in Penal Code Sections 16930 and 32900, bans the manufacture, importation, sale, transfer, or possession of devices that enhance the firing rate of semiautomatic firearms to mimic rapid or automatic fire. A “multiburst trigger activator” is defined as any device that enables a semiautomatic firearm to discharge two or more shots in a burst…read more →

14 May, 2025

Restoring Firearm Rights in California: The Impact of Linton v. Bonta and AB 1078

By Jason Davis, The Davis Law Firm, www.calgunlawyers.com California’s stringent firearm laws have long posed challenges for individuals seeking to exercise their Second Amendment rights, particularly those with prior convictions. The California Department of Justice (DOJ) has historically enforced lifetime firearm bans for individuals with felony or domestic violence convictions, often ignoring out-of-state relief such as expungements or pardons. However,…read more →

12 May, 2025

Analysis and Rebuttal: Washington Supreme Court Opinion in State v. Gator’s Custom Guns, Inc.

Overview of the Opinion The Washington Supreme Court’s opinion in State v. Gator’s Custom Guns, Inc. (No. 102940-3, decided May 8, 2025) upholds the constitutionality of ESSB 5078, a Washington law banning the manufacture, import, distribution, or sale of large capacity magazines (LCMs), defined as ammunition feeding devices capable of holding more than 10 rounds. The majority reverses a superior…read more →

10 May, 2025

California Entertainment Firearms Permit Guide

What is the California Entertainment Firearms Permit? The California Entertainment Firearms Permit is a license issued by the California Department of Justice (DOJ) Bureau of Firearms under California Penal Code Section 29500 et seq.. It authorizes individuals, such as prop masters or armorers, to receive temporary transfers of firearms and blank ammunition from licensed dealers or prop houses for use…read more →

10 May, 2025

David Souter: The Quiet Justice Who Defied Expectations

When David Souter, a soft-spoken New Hampshire judge, was nominated to the U.S. Supreme Court by President George H.W. Bush in 1990, conservatives cheered. Here was a man who seemed the perfect fit: a reserved, bookish jurist with a thin paper trail, poised to cement a reliable conservative vote. But appearances can deceive. Souter, who passed away on May 9,…read more →

9 May, 2025

Certificate of Eligibility: What Is It and Why Would You Need One?

In the context of U.S. firearm laws, a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) is a critical document primarily used in California to verify an individual’s legal eligibility to purchase, possess, or handle firearms or ammunition under both state and federal regulations. Issued by the California Department of Justice (DOJ) Bureau of Firearms, the COE serves as a formal clearance that confirms…read more →

9 May, 2025
The Little-Known Benefits of Being a California Firearms Consultant-Evaluator & Step-by-Step Guide For Compliance

The Little-Known Benefits of Being a California Firearms Consultant-Evaluator & Step-by-Step Guide For Compliance

In California, the term “consultant-evaluator” in the context of firearm laws refers to a consultant or evaluator who, in the course of their profession, is loaned firearms from a federally licensed firearms dealer for research or evaluation purposes and holds a current Certificate of Eligibility (COE) issued pursuant to California Penal Code section 26710. These individuals are granted specific exemptions…read more →

8 May, 2025
The Great California DOJ Guide Debacle: A 24-Year Revision Comedy

The Great California DOJ Guide Debacle: A 24-Year Revision Comedy

Oh, California Department of Justice (DOJ), you absolute legends of procrastination, you’ve done it again! It’s 2025, and your Assault Weapons Identification Guide—that dusty relic from November 2001—is still the belle of the ball, strutting its stuff on your website like a time traveler who forgot the future exists. With a cheeky note proclaiming it’s “currently under revision” since, oh,…read more →

7 May, 2025
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