What's Legal Now That The Ban Is lifted? California OVERTURNED Rhode v. Bonta

Published on February 1, 2024
Duration: 7:28

Following Judge Bonz's injunction in Rhode v. Bonta, California's ammunition regulations have been temporarily overturned. Licensed dealers are no longer required to use the DRO system for eligibility checks or conduct face-to-face transfers. Residents can now legally purchase and transport ammunition from out-of-state, provided it is otherwise legal in California. Enforcement of specific penal code sections related to ammunition sales has been enjoined.

Quick Summary

Following the Rhode v. Bonta ruling, California's ammunition regulations have been temporarily overturned. Licensed dealers are no longer required to use the DRO system for eligibility checks or conduct face-to-face transfers. Residents can now legally purchase and transport ammunition from out-of-state, provided it is otherwise legal in California.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Rhode v. Bonta Ruling
  2. 00:33Sponsor Message: American Hartford Gold
  3. 02:00Fluid Situation & Attorney General's Actions
  4. 02:45Attorney General's Letter and Guidance
  5. 03:51What is Now Allowable
  6. 05:34Impact of the Injunction
  7. 06:16Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Update
  8. 06:49Conclusion and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current status of California's ammunition regulations after the Rhode v. Bonta ruling?

As of January 31, 2024, an injunction in Rhode v. Bonta has temporarily overturned key California ammunition regulations. This means licensed dealers no longer need to use the DRO system for eligibility checks, and face-to-face transfers are not required. Residents can also transport ammunition purchased out-of-state into California.

Can I still buy ammunition through a licensed dealer in California after the Rhode v. Bonta injunction?

Yes, you can still buy ammunition. However, the injunction means that licensed dealers and vendors are no longer required to use the DRO system for eligibility checks or conduct face-to-face transfers. Purchases and transfers of legal ammunition are now permitted without these specific procedural requirements.

Is it legal to bring ammunition into California from another state following the Rhode v. Bonta ruling?

Yes, California residents can now bring or transport ammunition into the state that was purchased or obtained from outside of California, provided that the ammunition is otherwise legal within California. This change is a direct result of the injunction issued in Rhode v. Bonta.

Which specific California Penal Code sections related to ammunition are currently not being enforced due to the Rhode v. Bonta injunction?

The injunction enjoins enforcement of Penal Code sections 30312 (subdivisions a, b, d), 30314 (subdivisions a, c), 30352, 30365 (subdivision a), and 30370 (subdivisions a through e). Law enforcement is also prohibited from enforcing criminal penalties under 30312(d), 30314(c), and 30365(a).

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