Sometimes, individuals wish to register their firearms despite there being no lawful obligation to do so. For those individuals, below is a detailed guide on navigating the California Firearms Application Reporting System (CFARS) for voluntary firearm registration in California, as requested. This includes step-by-step instructions for using CFARS, specific guidance on the online process, a summary of the law, benefits…read more →
Imagine owning a piece of history—a musket from the Civil War or a flintlock pistol from the 1800s—without navigating California’s labyrinth of modern firearm regulations. For collectors and history buffs, antique firearms offer a unique opportunity to preserve the past while sidestepping many of the state’s stringent gun laws. But what exactly qualifies as an “antique firearm,” and how can…read more →
In California, the issuance and maintenance of a Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW) license are governed by strict regulations under the Penal Code, specifically sections 26202, 26206, and 26195. These sections outline the criteria for denying a CCW license application, challenging such denials, and revoking an existing license. A critical distinction is that providing inaccurate or incomplete information in the application…read more →
Concealed carry weapon (CCW) insurance has become increasingly popular among gun owners in the United States, offering financial and legal protection in the event of a self-defense incident. Providers like the United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) and CCW Safe offer specialized plans to help insureds navigate the legal and financial complexities that can arise from using a firearm in…read more →
Overview of the Unsafe Handgun Act California’s Unsafe Handgun Act, enacted in 2001, is a cornerstone of the state’s firearm regulation framework, designed to enhance public safety by restricting the sale and manufacture of handguns deemed “unsafe.” The Act requires handguns sold commercially in California to meet specific safety and performance standards, ensuring they are reliable and equipped with features…read more →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →