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Both California and the Federal Government have strict laws for gun ownership. Those who have experienced mental health issues resulting in an involuntary commitment to a mental health facility under a 5250 hold face serious challenges to their gun ownership rights. If you have been issued a 5250 in the past and are seeking restoration of your right to own a firearm, a lawyer experienced in mental health cases can...
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A person can transport a gun from Arizona to California. However, this individual must do so in accordance with California gun laws. Failure to comply with these laws can result in imprisonment.  Simmrin Law Group is an expert criminal law resource in California. We offer tips and insights to ensure people can legally transport firearms from Arizona to California. In addition, we provide answers to common questions about this topic....
How Much Jail Time Do You Get for Possession of a Gun in California
The state of California does not always treat the possession of a gun as a criminal act. In fact, most Californians are legally allowed to own some types of guns. These firearms may be kept in private homes, someone’s business, or moved around as long as the gun owner keeps them in a locked container. However, if a law enforcement officer finds you improperly in possession of a firearm, you...
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The short answer is that it is against California law to drive with a gun in your car if you do not have a license to carry the firearm. This restriction is set forth under California Penal Code (PC) §§ 25400 and 26100. However, the law does allow for the transport of firearms in a motor vehicle under certain circumstances, provided you are 18 years old or over. The long...
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You can be charged with assault with a deadly weapon even if you did not use a firearm during the offense. As long as you had the opportunity to use force likely to produce great bodily injury, this charge can apply. Great bodily injury refers to any significant or substantial harm. However, the damage does not need to be permanent. Determining whether an injury falls into this category is generally...
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Opening a small business is a big dream for many people in the United States. Unfortunately, your business may be affected by crime rates in your area. Businesses like gas stations and liquor stores are especially vulnerable. Shopkeepers may want to keep a loaded gun on-site to protect their business and employees from potential robberies. In certain circumstances, small business owners in California may keep a loaded firearm in their...
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Everyone is familiar with the Second Amendment and the right to bear arms. However, far fewer people know the specifics of what this law, along with other federal and state laws concerning gun ownership really means. While the majority of people in the United States have the right to own a gun, the purchase of these weapons must follow a set of processes in order to be legal. If you...
What is the Penalty for Carrying a Concealed Weapon Without a Permit in California
The law for concealed carry is different in California when compared to other states. California Penal Code 25400 PC, or the state’s “carrying a concealed weapon” law, has made it a crime to carry a concealed weapon. This law applies whether the gun is inside your vehicle or on your person. There are exceptions to this very strict rule, though, and meeting the requirements for an exception would give you...
Assault with a deadly weapon (ADW) is a serious violent crime charge in the state of California. Individuals convicted of ADW can face thousands of dollars in fines and incarceration. Some of these charges are treated as a misdemeanor or a felony. Felony convictions result in more serious penalties.Additionally, ADW can sometimes have effects on firearm ownership rights and even immigration concerns. Results of a Misdemeanor Conviction for ADW Misdemeanor...
Are Gun Laws More Strict In California Than Other States?
By every meaningful measure, yes: California’s gun laws are the strictest in the United States. This may not come as a surprise to many readers, but the Golden State is famously restrictive in terms of how firearms and ammunition within its borders are to be bought, sold, conveyed, advertised, and used. There are cultural and political explanations for California’s uniquely harsh legislative approach to gun control, many of which we...