FSC - Firearm Safety Certificate California Firearm Laws and Regulations Questions and Answers Flashcards
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In California, what is the mandatory waiting period before a buyer can take possession of a purchased firearm?
Answer: 10 days
California law requires a 10-day waiting period before a purchaser can take possession of any firearm.
Which agency conducts background checks for firearm purchases in California?
Answer: California Department of Justice
The California Department of Justice runs background checks through the DROS system for all in-state firearm purchases.
What is the maximum legal magazine capacity for a detachable magazine in California?
Answer: 10 rounds
California prohibits the purchase, import, or manufacture of magazines capable of holding more than 10 rounds.
At what minimum age may a person purchase a handgun from a licensed dealer in California?
Answer: 21
California law requires purchasers to be at least 21 years old to buy a handgun from a licensed dealer.
Which of the following persons is prohibited from possessing a firearm in California?
Answer: Anyone convicted of a felony
Persons convicted of a felony are among those permanently prohibited from possessing firearms in California.
What documents must be completed when purchasing a firearm from a licensed dealer in California?
Answer: Both the DROS form and ATF Form 4473
Both the California Dealer Record of Sale (DROS) form and the federal ATF Form 4473 must be completed for every dealer firearm purchase in California.