STRIPPED LOWERS 1 in 30? California Firearm Purchase Limits Explained

Published on July 17, 2021
Duration: 6:16

This video explains California's '1-in-30' firearm purchase limit, effective July 1st, 2021. It clarifies that the restriction applies to handguns and semi-auto centerfire rifles, requiring a 30-day waiting period between background checks for these types. Notably, non-semi-auto, non-centerfire rifles, shotguns, and stripped lower receivers are exempt. The video also details how a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) and FFL03 license can exempt individuals from this limit and offers advice on resolving dealer issues.

Quick Summary

California's '1-in-30' firearm purchase limit, enacted July 1st, 2021, restricts handgun and semi-auto centerfire rifle purchases to one per 30 days. Stripped lower receivers are exempt, as are individuals with a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) and FFL03 license.

Chapters

  1. 00:00California's 1-in-30 Firearm Purchase Limit
  2. 00:51Affected Firearm Types
  3. 01:47Unaffected Firearm Types & Stripped Lowers
  4. 02:47Troubleshooting Dealer Issues
  5. 03:44Exemption: COE & FFL03
  6. 04:52COE & FFL03 Application Process

Frequently Asked Questions

What is California's '1-in-30' firearm purchase limit?

California's '1-in-30' firearm purchase limit, effective July 1st, 2021, restricts individuals to purchasing one handgun or semi-auto centerfire rifle every 30 days. This means you must wait 30 days between initiating background checks for these types of firearms.

Are stripped lower receivers affected by California's 1-in-30 rule?

No, stripped lower receivers are currently exempt from California's '1-in-30' firearm purchase limit. They are classified as unfinished frames/receivers, not semi-auto centerfire rifles, allowing multiple purchases in a single transaction.

How can I be exempt from California's 1-in-30 firearm purchase restriction?

You can be exempt from California's '1-in-30' firearm purchase limit by obtaining a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) and an FFL03 (Curio & Relic Federal Firearms License). These credentials also allow for direct ammunition shipments.

What firearms are included in California's 1-in-30 purchase limit?

The '1-in-30' rule in California applies to handguns and semi-auto centerfire rifles. If you start a background check for either of these firearm types, you must wait 30 days before initiating another background check for the same category.

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