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Question 1

Under California Penal Code 29805, which of the following misdemeanor convictions triggers a 10-year firearm prohibition?

Accepted Answer

Criminal threats (PC 422)

Answer

Criminal threats under Penal Code 422 is one of the specific misdemeanors listed in PC 29805 that results in a 10-year firearm prohibition.

Question 2

Who may petition a court for a Gun Violence Restraining Order (GVRO) in California?

Accepted Answer

Law enforcement, immediate family members, and certain close associates such as cohabitants

Answer

In California, a GVRO may be requested by law enforcement, immediate family members, cohabitants, and certain others with a close relationship to the subject.

Question 3

A juvenile adjudicated for an offense that would be a felony if committed by an adult is prohibited from possessing firearms:

Accepted Answer

From age 18 until age 30

Answer

A juvenile adjudicated for a serious felony-equivalent offense is prohibited from possessing firearms from age 18 until age 30 under California law.

Question 4

Maria is a lawful permanent resident (green card holder) who meets all other eligibility requirements. She is:

Accepted Answer

Generally permitted to purchase and possess firearms like a citizen

Answer

Lawful permanent residents are generally permitted to purchase and possess firearms in California and the U.S., provided they meet all other eligibility requirements.

Question 5

A person convicted of a felony in ANOTHER state moves to California with their firearms. Under California law:

Accepted Answer

They are prohibited because California recognizes out-of-state felony convictions

Answer

California prohibits firearm possession by anyone convicted of a felony in any U.S. jurisdiction, regardless of where the conviction occurred.

CA-FSC (California Firearms Safety Certificates) Practice Test

CA-FSC (California Firearms Safety Certificates) Practice Test

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