California July 1 Deadline New Law

Published on June 27, 2018
Duration: 4:10

This video explains California's new regulations for AR and AK pistols concerning the July 1, 2018 deadline. It clarifies that pistols with detachable magazines outside the pistol grip are classified as assault weapons. The primary options for compliance are registering the firearm as an assault weapon or installing a 'mag lock' device that requires firearm disassembly to remove the magazine.

Quick Summary

California's July 1, 2018 deadline requires AR and AK pistols with detachable magazines outside the pistol grip to be registered as assault weapons or fitted with a compliant mag lock. A mag lock must disable the firearm's action before magazine release, and bullet buttons are no longer sufficient.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: AR Pistols & July 1 Deadline
  2. 00:17Disclaimer: Not Legal Advice
  3. 00:29AR & AK Pistols in California
  4. 00:33Sponsored by MSR Arms
  5. 00:44What Constitutes an Assault Weapon Pistol
  6. 01:13Detachable Magazine Outside Pistol Grip
  7. 01:32Bullet Button Status Under New Law
  8. 01:49Options: Register or Mag Lock
  9. 01:58Why Registration is Discouraged
  10. 02:05Can You Go Featureless?
  11. 02:26Mag Locking Explained
  12. 03:03Mag Lock Functionality Requirements
  13. 03:10Summary of Options
  14. 03:33Key Determining Factor: Magazine Location
  15. 03:40Final Advice: Stay Safe
  16. 03:56Closing & Sponsor Reminder

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main rule for California AR and AK pistols to be considered assault weapons?

Under California law, an AR or AK pistol is considered an assault weapon if it has a detachable magazine located outside of the pistol grip. This rule is critical for compliance with the July 1, 2018 deadline.

What are the two main options for California residents with AR/AK pistols before the July 1, 2018 deadline?

California residents with AR or AK pistols that have detachable magazines outside the pistol grip must either register them as assault weapons or install a compliant mag lock device that requires firearm disassembly to reload.

Is a bullet button still a valid way to comply with California's assault weapon laws for pistols?

No, a bullet button is no longer considered sufficient to prevent an AR or AK pistol from being classified as an assault weapon under California's new regulations if the magazine is detachable outside the pistol grip.

What is required for a mag lock device to be compliant in California for pistols?

A compliant mag lock device must force the firearm to be disassembled enough to completely disable the action, preventing it from being fired, before the magazine can be released or reloaded.

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