2018 California Ammo Laws Explained - Interview with Sam Paredes

Published on December 21, 2017
Duration: 36:55

This video explains the 2018 California ammunition laws, effective January 1st. Sam Paredes of Gun Owners of California details restrictions on mail-order ammunition, the requirement for face-to-face transactions with licensed vendors, and the prohibition of bringing ammunition into the state from out-of-state. Handloaders are exempt from purchasing components, but bringing ammunition back into California after out-of-state use is complicated. The discussion also touches on potential backdoor registration and the penalties for violating these new regulations.

Quick Summary

California's ammunition laws, effective January 1st, prohibit mail-order ammo delivery and require face-to-face purchases from licensed vendors. Bringing ammo into the state is illegal, though handloaders can still buy components. Violations carry penalties including fines and potential loss of firearms rights.

Chapters

  1. 00:09Introduction & Support Gun Guy TV
  2. 01:43Topic: California Ammo Ban Explained
  3. 01:58About Gun Owners of California
  4. 03:31January 1st Ammunition Ban Details
  5. 04:22Prohibition on Bringing Ammo into CA
  6. 05:46Handloader Exemption
  7. 06:12Gun Dealer Ammunition Storage
  8. 06:46Registration & Background Checks Timeline
  9. 06:55Ammunition Possession Limits
  10. 07:07Ammunition Vendor License Requirements
  11. 07:36Ammunition Vendor License Issuance
  12. 07:50Grandfathered Gun Dealers
  13. 08:23Non-Dealer Ammunition Vendor Applications
  14. 09:14Impact of Ammunition Regulations on Volume
  15. 10:33Misunderstandings of Firearm Registration
  16. 11:54Ammunition Ban as Backdoor Registration
  17. 13:44Choking Ammunition Supply
  18. 15:00Potential Loopholes: Curio & Relic FFL
  19. 15:54Curio & Relic FFL Exemption Details
  20. 16:32Gun Stores Receiving Ammo for Customers
  21. 17:36DOJ Mandate for Ammo Receiving
  22. 18:07Loopholes: Out-of-State Residents
  23. 19:02Out-of-State Resident Ammunition Importation Rules
  24. 20:03Ammunition Purchase for Training Companies
  25. 21:04Focus on Law-Abiding Citizens vs. Criminals
  26. 21:35Consequences of Buying Ammo Out-of-State
  27. 22:01Who Stops You at the Border?
  28. 22:33Agricultural Check Stations & Ammunition
  29. 23:00Perjury and Loss of Firearms Rights
  30. 23:34Penalties for Ammunition Law Violations
  31. 24:47Felony Conviction and Gun Rights
  32. 25:00Estimated Gun Owners in California
  33. 26:42Impact of Membership on Gun Owners of CA
  34. 30:26Unreported National Stories: Conservative Judges
  35. 31:11Impact of Conservative Judicial Appointments
  36. 33:11Links to Join Gun Owners of California
  37. 33:33How to Join Gun Owners of California
  38. 33:4152 Gun & 52 Week Gun Raffle
  39. 35:23Gun Owners of America vs. Gun Owners of California
  40. 35:54Call to Action: Be Armed and Informed
  41. 36:01Partnership with Gun Guy TV
  42. 36:14Conclusion & Future Videos
  43. 36:30Contact Gun Guy TV

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main changes to California's ammunition laws starting January 1st?

Starting January 1st, California residents can no longer purchase ammunition via mail order for home delivery. All ammunition must be bought through a licensed California ammunition vendor in a face-to-face transaction, and bringing ammunition into the state from out-of-state is illegal.

Are handloaders affected by the new California ammunition laws?

No, handloaders are not affected. They can still purchase bullets, primers, cases, and powder and have them delivered to their homes without any issues under the new regulations.

Can I buy ammunition in another state and bring it back to California?

No, it is illegal for anyone to bring ammunition into California by any means. This includes purchasing ammunition at gun shows or stores in neighboring states and transporting it back into California.

Who is eligible to purchase ammunition in California after January 1st?

After January 1st, only individuals who appear on the DOJ's APHIS list, indicating a firearm purchase with a dealer record of sale since 1992/1996, will be eligible to buy ammunition. This acts as a background check mechanism.

What are the penalties for violating California's ammunition laws?

Violations can result in misdemeanors with escalating fines, and potentially felonies. Repeated offenses or actions like perjury can lead to the loss of your firearms rights.

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