Are AK47s legal in California?

Published on March 17, 2024
Duration: 13:54

This video explains the legalities of owning AK-pattern firearms in California, focusing on compliance with the state's assault weapon ban (PC 30515). It details the requirements for featureless AK rifles, including the use of fin grips and fixed stocks, which allow for standard capacity magazines. The video also covers the limitations of fixed magazine configurations and the significant challenges in acquiring compliant AK pistols due to the handgun roster and specific legal definitions.

Quick Summary

AK47s can be legal in California if configured to comply with state assault weapon laws (PC 30515). This typically involves making them 'featureless' with a fin grip and fixed stock, or using a fixed magazine configuration, which limits capacity to 10 rounds.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are AK47s legal in California?

AK47s can be legal in California if configured to comply with state assault weapon laws (PC 30515). This typically involves making them 'featureless' with a fin grip and fixed stock, or using a fixed magazine configuration, which limits capacity to 10 rounds.

What makes an AK rifle featureless in California?

A featureless AK rifle in California must not have a pistol grip that protrudes conspicuously beneath the action, a thumbhole stock, a folding/telescoping stock, a grenade/flare launcher, a flash suppressor, or a forward pistol grip. A fin grip is commonly used instead of a standard pistol grip.

Can I use standard capacity magazines with an AK in California?

Yes, if your AK rifle is configured as 'featureless' in California, you can legally use detachable magazines with capacities greater than 10 rounds, including those acquired during 'Freedom Week' (March-April 2019).

Are AK pistols legal in California?

AK pistols are very difficult to acquire legally in California. They cannot be featureless due to laws regarding detachable magazines outside the pistol grip. Fixed magazine AK pistols are required, but availability is severely limited by the handgun roster and discontinued manufacturers.

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