A New Assault Weapon Registration Initiated In California!!!

Published on January 20, 2022
Duration: 9:19

This video discusses the reopening of the assault weapon registration period in California following the Sharp v. Bonta settlement. It clarifies that this registration is exclusively for individuals who possessed eligible firearms before the 2018 ban, attempted to register them, but were prevented by technical difficulties. The speaker, an attorney, advises against registration due to potential future confiscation, additional restrictions, and administrative burdens, recommending modification to featureless or fixed magazine configurations instead.

Quick Summary

California has reopened assault weapon registration from January 13 to April 12, 2022, for individuals who faced technical issues during the 2018 registration period. Experts advise against registering due to potential confiscation risks and additional restrictions, recommending modification to featureless or fixed magazine configurations instead.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: CA Assault Weapon Registration Reopens
  2. 00:06Support the Channel: USCCA & FPC
  3. 00:39Background: 2018 Registration & Sharp v. Bonta
  4. 01:14Definition of Assault Weapons & Bullet Buttons
  5. 02:01Options: Register or Modify Firearm
  6. 02:382018 Registration System Failures
  7. 03:17Sharp Case Settlement Details
  8. 03:31New Registration Period Dates
  9. 03:43Eligibility Criteria for Registration
  10. 04:44Who This Registration is NOT For
  11. 05:05Should You Register Your Firearm?
  12. 05:35Reasons NOT to Register
  13. 06:26Additional Restrictions with Registration
  14. 06:53Expert Recommendation: Modify to Featureless
  15. 07:15Dealing with DOJ After Registration
  16. 07:58Final Advice: Don't Register
  17. 08:22Viewer Questions & Channel Support

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the new assault weapon registration period in California?

California has reopened assault weapon registration from January 13, 2022, to April 12, 2022. This is a result of the Sharp v. Bonta settlement and is specifically for individuals who attempted to register eligible firearms in 2018 but were prevented by technical issues.

Who is eligible for the reopened California assault weapon registration?

Eligibility is limited to individuals who possessed an eligible firearm before the 2018 registration deadline, started the application process with the DOJ Bureau of Firearms before July 1, 2018, and were unable to complete the submission due to technical difficulties with the state's system.

Why is registering an assault weapon in California discouraged?

Registering creates a state record of your firearm, potentially leading to future confiscation. It also imposes additional restrictions on transport, inheritance, and use, and involves ongoing administrative burdens with the Department of Justice.

What is the recommended alternative to registering an assault weapon in California?

The recommended alternative is to modify the firearm into a compliant featureless build or a fixed magazine build. This ensures the firearm no longer meets the definition of an assault weapon, avoiding the risks and complexities of registration.

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