California Is Taking Handguns Off The Roster!

Published on May 22, 2020
Duration: 5:41

This analysis by Armed Scholar details California's AB 2847 bill, which significantly impacts the state's handgun roster. Contrary to initial hopes, the bill is designed to remove existing handguns and restrict future ones by altering safety requirements. The expert explains the new definitions of 'unsafe' handguns and the detrimental consequences for firearm availability in California.

Quick Summary

California Bill AB 2847 is designed to restrict handgun availability by removing existing firearms from the roster and tightening 'unsafe' handgun definitions. For every new compliant handgun, three older ones will be removed, negatively impacting legal purchasing options for citizens.

Chapters

  1. 00:00CA Handgun Roster Bill AB 2847 Overview
  2. 00:15USCCA Support and Legal Protection
  3. 00:43Analysis of AB 2847 - Microstamping
  4. 01:14California Handgun Roster Explained
  5. 01:50AB 2847's Two Primary Provisions
  6. 02:24Defining 'Unsafe Handgun' Under AB 2847
  7. 03:50Consequences of New 'Safe Handgun' Requirements
  8. 04:21Impact on Existing Handgun Availability
  9. 04:57Call to Action and Channel Support

Frequently Asked Questions

What is California Bill AB 2847 and how does it affect the handgun roster?

California Bill AB 2847 modifies the state's handgun roster by changing microstamping requirements and introducing new definitions for 'unsafe' handguns. While it slightly alters microstamping, its primary effect is to remove existing handguns from the roster and restrict future additions, ultimately decreasing availability.

How does AB 2847 define an 'unsafe' handgun in California?

Under AB 2847, an 'unsafe' pistol lacks a manual safety, firing requirement, or drop safety. For centerfire semi-automatic pistols from July 1, 2022, lacking a chamber load indicator or magazine disconnect also classifies it as unsafe, alongside microstamping requirements.

What are the consequences of AB 2847 for handgun availability in California?

AB 2847 will significantly worsen handgun availability in California. For every new handgun meeting safety standards added to the roster, three older, non-compliant handguns will be removed, leading to a net decrease in legal purchasing options for citizens.

What actions can citizens take regarding California's AB 2847?

Citizens concerned about AB 2847 should contact their local representatives to express their opposition to the bill. Supporting Second Amendment advocacy groups like the Firearms Policy Coalition is also recommended.

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