FSC FSC - Firearm Safety Certificate Legal Responsibilities and Use of Force Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

Which category of person is prohibited from possessing a firearm under California law?

Accepted Answer

A convicted felon

Answer

A person over age 21 with a clean record

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A person who has completed a hunter safety course

Answer

A retired law enforcement officer

Question 2

What is 'brandishing' a firearm in California?

Accepted Answer

Drawing or exhibiting a firearm in a threatening manner

Answer

Displaying a firearm at a licensed gun show

Answer

Carrying a firearm in a locked case

Answer

Showing a firearm to a licensed dealer for appraisal

Question 3

Can a California homeowner legally use deadly force against a burglar?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if the homeowner reasonably fears imminent death or great bodily injury

Answer

Only if the burglar is armed

Answer

Only after verbal warning is given

Answer

No, property defense never justifies deadly force

Question 4

What is the potential penalty for negligent discharge of a firearm in California?

Accepted Answer

Criminal charges ranging from a misdemeanor to a felony depending on circumstances

Answer

No penalty if no one is injured

Answer

Only a civil fine

Answer

Loss of voting rights only

Question 5

Under California Penal Code, what constitutes criminal storage of a firearm?

Accepted Answer

Leaving a loaded firearm where a child under 18 can access it

Answer

Keeping a firearm in a gun safe

Answer

Storing a firearm unloaded in a locked container

Answer

Keeping ammunition separate from the firearm

Question 6

If a minor gains unsupervised access to your improperly stored firearm and causes harm, who may be held legally responsible?

Accepted Answer

The adult owner who negligently stored the firearm

Answer

Only the minor

Answer

Only the firearm manufacturer

Answer

No one, if the adult did not intend harm