CA-FSC Firearm Registration and Documentation 3

Question 1

Where must a private party firearm transfer legally take place in California?

Accepted Answer

Through a licensed California firearms dealer

Answer

California law requires private party firearm transfers to be conducted through a licensed California firearms dealer who completes the DROS paperwork and background check.

Question 2

Which of the following firearm transfers is exempt from California's standard private party transfer process through a dealer?

Accepted Answer

Transfer between spouses or registered domestic partners

Answer

California law provides an exemption from the dealer-transfer requirement for transfers between spouses or registered domestic partners.

Question 3

If you receive a handgun as a gift from an immediate family member in California without going through a dealer, what must be filed with the California DOJ within 30 days?

Accepted Answer

An Intrafamilial Firearm Transaction Report

Answer

California law requires an Intrafamilial Firearm Transaction Report to be submitted to the DOJ within 30 days when a firearm is transferred between immediate family members without going through a dealer.

Question 4

What is the minimum age to purchase a handgun from a private party in California?

Accepted Answer

21

Answer

California law requires all firearm purchasers, including those in private party transactions, to be at least 21 years old.

Question 5

Under California law, what is the minimum age to purchase any type of firearm, including long guns such as rifles and shotguns?

Accepted Answer

21

Answer

California prohibits the sale or transfer of any firearm to anyone under 21, treating long guns the same as handguns, with limited exceptions for law enforcement and military.

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CA-FSC Firearm Registration and Documentation 3