FSC - Firearm Safety Certificate Legal Responsibilities and Use of Force Questions and Answers Flashcards

Which category of person is prohibited from possessing a firearm under California law?

Answer: A convicted felon

Convicted felons are prohibited from possessing firearms under both California and federal law.

What is 'brandishing' a firearm in California?

Answer: Drawing or exhibiting a firearm in a threatening manner

Brandishing is drawing or exhibiting a firearm in a rude, angry, or threatening manner and is a misdemeanor or felony depending on circumstances.

Can a California homeowner legally use deadly force against a burglar?

Answer: Yes, if the homeowner reasonably fears imminent death or great bodily injury

Under California's castle doctrine, a homeowner may use deadly force against a burglar if they reasonably fear imminent death or great bodily injury.

What is the potential penalty for negligent discharge of a firearm in California?

Answer: Criminal charges ranging from a misdemeanor to a felony depending on circumstances

Negligent discharge can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony in California, with penalties including fines, jail time, and loss of firearm rights.

Under California Penal Code, what constitutes criminal storage of a firearm?

Answer: Leaving a loaded firearm where a child under 18 can access it

California's criminal storage law makes it illegal to leave a loaded firearm where a child under 18 can reasonably access it without permission.

If a minor gains unsupervised access to your improperly stored firearm and causes harm, who may be held legally responsible?

Answer: The adult owner who negligently stored the firearm

California law holds the adult firearm owner criminally and civilly liable when improper storage allows a minor to access the weapon and cause harm.