WEAPONS LAW — CALIFORNIA
Carrying a Loaded Firearm in Public in California — PC §25850
Carrying a loaded firearm in a public place or on public streets is illegal in California under PC §25850 without a valid CCW permit. It is a misdemeanor or felony depending on circumstances.
Reviewed by Daniel S. Rubin, CA Bar 302093 · Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney
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Carrying a Loaded Firearm California — At a Glance
- Law / Code
- PC §25850
- Classification
- Misdemeanor / Felony (with priors)
- Maximum Penalty
- Up to 1 year jail (misdemeanor) / 16 months–3 years (felony)
- Probation Eligible
- Yes
- Strike Offense
- No
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