Can you Loan a Gun in California? + Intra-familial Transfer Form

Published on March 31, 2020
Duration: 7:05

This video explains California's regulations on loaning and transferring firearms between family members. It details the requirements for temporary loans, including duration limits and the need for a Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC). For permanent transfers, it outlines the intra-familial transfer process via the California Firearms Application Reporting System (CFARS) and specifies eligible relationships.

Quick Summary

In California, you can loan firearms to spouses, parents, children, siblings, grandparents, and grandchildren if the loan is infrequent, for a lawful purpose, and under 30 days. The recipient must have a Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC). For permanent transfers, only direct lineal ascendants/descendants are eligible via the CFARS system.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: Loaning/Transferring Guns in CA
  2. 00:16Loaning a Gun to Family: Rules
  3. 00:37Loan Requirements: Infrequent, Lawful, 30 Days
  4. 01:01Eligible Family Relations for Loans
  5. 02:07Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) Requirement
  6. 02:42Permanent Transfer: Intra-Familial Transfer
  7. 02:51Eligible Relations for Permanent Transfer
  8. 03:16How to Fill Out Intra-Familial Transfer Form (CFARS)
  9. 04:01Report of Intra-Familial Firearm Transaction
  10. 04:14Filling Out the CFARS Form: Recipient's Role
  11. 05:22Receiving a Firearm from Out-of-State Family
  12. 05:37Out-of-State Transfer Process via FFL
  13. 06:37Conclusion & Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I loan a gun to a family member in California?

Yes, in California, you can loan a firearm to specific family members including spouses, registered domestic partners, parents, children, siblings, grandparents, and grandchildren. The loan must be infrequent, for a lawful purpose, and cannot exceed 30 days. The recipient also needs a Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC).

What are the requirements for an intra-familial firearm transfer in California?

For a permanent intra-familial firearm transfer in California, the eligible relations are limited to parents, grandparents, children, and grandchildren. The transfer must be reported to the California DOJ using the CFARS system, and the recipient must meet all legal requirements to own a firearm.

How do I legally transfer a firearm to a family member in California?

To legally transfer a firearm to an eligible family member in California, you must use the California Firearms Application Reporting System (CFARS) online. The recipient fills out the 'Report of Intra-Familial Firearm Transaction' form, providing details about themselves and the firearm.

What is a Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) in California?

A Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) is a requirement in California for individuals who wish to possess firearms. To obtain one, you must pass a written test at a licensed gun store, covering firearm safety and laws. It's necessary for both loaning and receiving firearms.

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