California 10 Day waiting period found unconstitutional Ca gun laws

Published on August 26, 2014
Duration: 4:16

A federal judge has ruled California's 10-day firearm waiting period unconstitutional. This ruling, however, does not apply to first-time firearm purchasers who have not previously undergone a background check or registered a firearm in California. Those individuals will still be subject to the 10-day waiting period. The ruling includes a 180-day stay to allow the California Department of Justice to implement changes or for potential appeals.

Quick Summary

A federal judge has declared California's 10-day firearm waiting period unconstitutional. However, this ruling does not apply to first-time firearm purchasers who have not previously undergone a background check or registered a firearm in the state. Those individuals will still face the 10-day wait.

Chapters

  1. 00:11Introduction and Video Update
  2. 00:5610-Day Waiting Period Deemed Unconstitutional
  3. 01:30Who the Ruling Applies To
  4. 02:03First-Time Firearm Purchasers
  5. 02:18Existing Firearm Owners
  6. 02:34180-Day Stay and Potential Appeal
  7. 03:21Comparison to Peruta Case
  8. 03:38Summary of Changes for Registered Owners

Frequently Asked Questions

Has the California 10-day gun waiting period been ruled unconstitutional?

Yes, a federal judge has ruled California's 10-day waiting period for firearm purchases unconstitutional. This is a significant development for Second Amendment rights in the state, though its full implementation is subject to a 180-day stay.

Who is still affected by California's 10-day gun waiting period?

The ruling does not apply to individuals purchasing their first firearm in California who have not previously undergone a background check or registered a firearm. These individuals will still be required to complete the 10-day waiting period.

What happens if I've already purchased a firearm in California?

If you have previously purchased and registered a firearm in California, you will no longer have to wait 10 days after passing a background check. The firearm can be released to you the same day.

How long is the stay on the California 10-day waiting period ruling?

There is a 180-day stay on the court order. This period allows the California Department of Justice time to make necessary adjustments or for any potential appeals to be filed by parties like Kamala Harris.

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