FSC Knowledge Flashcards
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Under California law, which of the following is a 'handgun'?
Answer: A pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed
California law defines a handgun as any pistol, revolver, or firearm capable of being concealed upon the person.
What is the minimum age to purchase a long gun (rifle or shotgun) from a licensed dealer in California?
Answer: 18
In California, you must be at least 18 years old to purchase a rifle or shotgun from a licensed firearms dealer.
Which of the following is a required safe storage method under California's Child Access Prevention law?
Answer: Keeping the firearm unloaded in a locked container
California law requires firearms to be stored in a locked container or secured with a trigger lock when children may access them.
When is it legal to carry a loaded handgun in public in California without a permit?
Answer: Never — an unrestricted permit is always required
California generally prohibits carrying a loaded firearm in public without a valid Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW) permit.
What does 'safe direction' mean when handling a firearm?
Answer: Pointing the muzzle in a direction where an unintentional discharge would cause no injury or minimal damage
A safe direction is one where an unintentional discharge would not injure anyone or cause significant property damage.
Which action should you take FIRST when someone hands you a firearm?
Answer: Check if it is loaded
The first action upon receiving any firearm is to treat it as loaded and immediately check its condition.
In California, what is the waiting period after purchasing a firearm from a dealer before it can be transferred to you?
Answer: 10 days
California imposes a mandatory 10-day waiting period on all firearm purchases before the dealer can transfer the firearm.