CA-FSC Prohibited Persons and Restrictions

Question 1

Under California law, which of the following persons is prohibited from owning or possessing firearms?

Accepted Answer

A person convicted of any felony

Answer

Any person convicted of a felony is permanently prohibited from owning or possessing firearms under both California and federal law.

Question 2

For how long is a person prohibited from possessing firearms after a misdemeanor domestic violence conviction in California?

Accepted Answer

10 years

Answer

A California misdemeanor domestic violence conviction results in a 10-year firearm prohibition, though federal law may impose a lifetime prohibition.

Question 3

What is a Gun Violence Restraining Order (GVRO) in California?

Accepted Answer

A court order temporarily prohibiting a person from possessing firearms when they pose a danger

Answer

A GVRO allows family members, law enforcement, and others to petition a court to temporarily remove firearms from a person who poses a significant danger of harm.

Question 4

Can a person with a mental health hold (5150) under California law possess firearms?

Accepted Answer

No, they are prohibited for five years from the date of the hold

Answer

A 72-hour involuntary mental health hold (Welfare & Institutions Code 5150) results in a five-year prohibition on firearm possession in California.

Question 5

Under California law, are there restrictions on firearm possession near schools?

Accepted Answer

Yes, firearms are prohibited within 1,000 feet of school grounds with limited exceptions

Answer

The Gun-Free School Zone Act prohibits firearm possession within 1,000 feet of school grounds, with exceptions for concealed carry permit holders and other specified persons.

CA-FSC (California Firearms Safety Certificates) Practice Test

CA-FSC (California Firearms Safety Certificates) Practice Test

CA-FSC Prohibited Persons and Restrictions