WEAPONS LAW — CALIFORNIA
California Gun Laws — Firearm Regulations, Restrictions, and Criminal Charges
California has the strictest gun laws in the United States. Possession of an assault weapon, carrying a concealed firearm without a permit, or owning a gun as a felon can all result in felony charges.
Reviewed by Daniel S. Rubin, CA Bar 302093 · Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney
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California Gun Laws — At a Glance
- Law / Code
- PC §25400 / PC §29800 / PC §30605
- Classification
- Misdemeanor / Felony
- Maximum Penalty
- Up to 3 years state prison for most firearm felonies
- Probation Eligible
- Yes for some
- Strike Offense
- No (unless used in crime)
- Related Codes
- PC §25400PC §29800PC §30605PC §12022.5PC §12022.53
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