Urgent Warning to California Gun Owners

Published on August 17, 2017
Duration: 5:41

This video provides a critical warning to California gun owners regarding the potential legal ramifications of registering firearms as 'assault weapons.' The speaker, drawing on information from legal experts Michelle & Associates (legal team for CRPA/NRA), explains that improper registration can inadvertently turn household members into felons. The core advice is to ensure 'joint registration' if any firearm is registered as an 'assault weapon' to avoid severe legal consequences for family members.

Quick Summary

California gun owners face significant risks when registering firearms as 'assault weapons.' A key danger is that failure to secure 'joint registration' for all household members with access can lead to those individuals being charged with felonies, particularly if they handle the weapon when the primary registrant is absent.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Urgent Warning: CA Gun Owners & Registration
  2. 00:31Channel Support & Merch
  3. 01:09Legal Webinar Recommendation
  4. 02:02Joint Registration Explained
  5. 03:58Importance of Joint Registration

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main risk of registering a firearm as an 'assault weapon' in California?

The primary risk is that if an 'assault weapon' is registered only to one person, other household members (like spouses or adult children) who have access to the firearm could be charged with a felony, especially if they handle it when the primary registrant isn't home.

What is 'joint registration' for California 'assault weapons'?

'Joint registration' means that if you register a firearm as an 'assault weapon' in California, all individuals in your household who might have access to that firearm must also be listed on the registration. This is crucial to avoid legal jeopardy for them.

Where can California gun owners find reliable information on 'assault weapon' laws?

Reliable information can be found through legal resources like Michelle & Associates, which serves as the legal team for the CRPA and NRA in California. They often host webinars detailing current laws and regulations.

Should California residents register their firearms as 'assault weapons'?

The speaker advises against registration due to the inherent risks. However, if registration is chosen, the absolute necessity of 'joint registration' for all accessible household members is stressed to prevent them from becoming felons.

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