CA DOJ is forcing shops to close - 8-12 weeks COE DELAY

Published on September 3, 2020
Duration: 8:36

This video discusses significant delays in the California Department of Justice's (DOJ) processing of Certificates of Eligibility (COE), impacting gun store operations and individuals seeking to purchase firearms or have ammunition shipped. The speaker highlights how these delays, potentially lasting 8-12 weeks, prevent new employees from working in gun stores and can even halt business operations for FFLs if their own COE is not renewed in time. The content emphasizes the frustration and operational challenges caused by these administrative bottlenecks.

Quick Summary

California gun stores are facing operational shutdowns due to significant delays in the Department of Justice's Certificate of Eligibility (COE) processing, with wait times extending to 8-12 weeks. This impacts hiring new staff and can prevent FFLs from legally operating if their own COE renewal is delayed.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: COE Delays Impacting Gun Shops
  2. 00:54What is a Certificate of Eligibility (COE)?
  3. 01:31COE Uses: Ammunition Shipping & FFL Employment
  4. 02:05The Big Issue: Gun Store Staffing & Operations
  5. 03:42DOJ Ineptitude and Business Halts
  6. 04:05Reported COE Wait Times: 8-12 Weeks and Beyond
  7. 04:31Consequences of Unrenewed COE for FFLs
  8. 04:47Warrior One's Experience: Public Pressure
  9. 05:05OC Firearms Facing Similar DOJ Delays
  10. 05:57DOJ's Efforts to Stop Gun Ownership?
  11. 06:39Call to Action: Share Your Experiences
  12. 07:14Thank You to Supporters & Channel Growth

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) in California?

A Certificate of Eligibility (COE) in California is a document issued by the state's Department of Justice (DOJ) after a pre-background check. It determines an individual's eligibility to own firearms, requiring live scan and paperwork submission.

How are California DOJ COE delays affecting gun stores?

Significant delays in COE processing, often 8-12 weeks, are forcing gun stores to halt business. This impacts their ability to hire new employees who need a COE to work with firearms and can even prevent FFL owners from operating if their own COE isn't renewed.

What is required to ship ammunition to your home in California?

To ship ammunition directly to your home in California, you generally need both an FFL03 (Curio and Relics) license and a Certificate of Eligibility (COE). This is subject to local ordinances in cities like Los Angeles or San Francisco.

Why is the COE process taking so long in California?

The video suggests the California DOJ is experiencing administrative bottlenecks or inefficiencies that are causing extreme delays in processing COE applications and renewals. The exact reasons for the prolonged wait times are not fully detailed but are causing significant operational issues.

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