Featureless AR grip BANNED! - CA DOJ C&D to @FlipDefense

Published on July 20, 2025
Duration: 4:50

The California Department of Justice (DOJ) has issued a cease and desist letter to Flip Defense regarding their convertible grip. The DOJ claims the grip, even in its featureless configuration, can be considered a pistol grip and thus an assault weapon. The video argues this interpretation is legally questionable, as the grip requires a tool to convert to a standard pistol grip, similar to other legal featureless grips. Flip Defense is offering refunds and seeking further legal clarification.

Quick Summary

The California Department of Justice (DOJ) has issued a cease and desist letter to Flip Defense, claiming their convertible grip can be considered an assault weapon. The grip is designed to be featureless but can be converted to a standard pistol grip by loosening a screw. Flip Defense is offering refunds and seeking legal clarification on the matter.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction to CA DOJ Action
  2. 00:06Flip Defense Grip Overview
  3. 00:11Convertible Grip Mechanism
  4. 00:23Prototyping and Feedback
  5. 00:41CA DOJ Cease and Desist
  6. 01:02DOJ's Reasoning: Pistol Grip Classification
  7. 01:39Historical CA DOJ Actions
  8. 01:55Juggernaut Tactical JT-15 Example
  9. 02:03In-Grip Magazine Example
  10. 02:32Flip Defense Legal Consultation
  11. 02:46Comparison to Standard Pistol Grips
  12. 03:15Flip Defense Response to Customers
  13. 03:26Future Plans and Legal Counsel
  14. 03:54Speaker's Bias and Support
  15. 04:14Living in California
  16. 04:25Refund Policy and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did the California DOJ issue a cease and desist to Flip Defense?

The California Department of Justice (DOJ) issued a cease and desist letter to Flip Defense because they claim the company's convertible grip, even in its featureless configuration, can be considered a pistol grip and thus an assault weapon under California law.

What is the Flip Defense Grip and how does it work?

The Flip Defense Grip is designed for AR-15 style firearms. It can be configured as a featureless grip, but with the loosening of a single screw using a tool, it can be converted into a standard pistol grip configuration.

Is the Flip Defense Grip considered legal in California?

According to the speaker and legal counsel consulted by Flip Defense, the grip is considered legal. However, the California DOJ has taken the stance that it violates assault weapon laws, leading to the cease and desist order.

What is Flip Defense's response to the CA DOJ's action?

Flip Defense is offering full refunds to customers who purchased the grip. They are also actively seeking further clarification from the DOJ and pursuing legal counsel to address the issue.

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