According to California Penal Code 26500 (PC-26500), it is illegal to sell, lease or transfer a firearm without a valid license.
The prosecutor must prove the following element for convicting a defendant under California Penal Code Section 26500:
Definition of firearm under PC 16520 include the following
These devices include revolvers pistols, shotguns, handguns, rocket launchers, Tasers and flare guns. However, pellet guns, BB guns and unloaded “antique” firearms do not count as firearms for purposes of Penal Code 26500.
People who are prohibited from possessing or acquiring a firearm:
In case a person is prohibited from owning a gun, he is also prohibited from owning ammunition. Person who has a right to own a firearm must also possess a valid firearm safety certificate.
People who are exempt from prosecution under PC Section 26500:
Requirement for obtaining a California firearm license are as follows:
One-year license is on a form prescribed by the state Attorney General’s Office. It must clearly state “Valid for Retail Sales of Firearms” and include an endorsement by the local authorizing agency.
These rules apply to generic firearms and not specific types of weapons such as grenades, destructive devices, machine guns, short-barreled rifles or shotguns and “dangerous weapons” or assault weapons, for which a specific license is required.
Failure to maintain the license can subject a person to revocation of his license. In case person sells, leases or transfers a firearm without a valid permission he will face prosecution for violating California PC Section 26500.
In California the unlicensed sale of a firearm is a misdemeanor with the following penalties:
The punishment is for each firearm the defendant sells without a valid license.
Have you been convicted of a crime related to firearms? If so, it would be a wise idea to face your court case with the assistance of a law firm. If you are located in or around Los Angeles County, a Glendale criminal defense lawyer at KAASS LAW can help you achieve positive results in court.
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