FSC - Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) General Questions and Answers 1

Question 1

How long is a California Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) valid after it is issued?

Accepted Answer

5 years

Answer

1 year

Answer

3 years

Answer

10 years

Question 2

How many questions are included on the California FSC written test?

Accepted Answer

30

Answer

20

Answer

25

Answer

50

Question 3

What is the minimum passing score required on the California FSC written test?

Accepted Answer

75%

Answer

70%

Answer

80%

Answer

85%

Question 4

Which of the following individuals is generally EXEMPT from the California FSC requirement when purchasing a firearm?

Accepted Answer

A retired peace officer purchasing a handgun

Answer

A first-time buyer purchasing a rifle

Answer

A college student purchasing a shotgun for home defense

Answer

A hunter purchasing a new long gun

Question 5

How much does it cost to take the California Firearm Safety Certificate test?

Accepted Answer

$25

Answer

$15

Answer

$20

Answer

$35

Question 6

Where must a person go to take the California Firearm Safety Certificate written test?

Accepted Answer

A licensed California firearms dealer

Answer

Any California DMV office

Answer

The local county courthouse

Answer

Online through the California DOJ website