Bill > SB377

This bill makes several changes to California's firearm laws: 1. It removes the 10-day waiting period exemption for peace officers when purchasing firearms, and instead exempts the delivery of a firearm purchased by a law enforcement agency to an authorized law enforcement representative for the agency's exclusive use. 2. It removes the exemption that previously allowed sworn members of certain law enforcement agencies to purchase handguns not listed on the state's "unsafe handgun" roster. This exemption will now only apply to the direct purchase of such handguns by the exempt law enforcement agencies themselves. 3. It requires certain law enforcement agencies to maintain records of any "unsafe handguns" they own or have their members carry on duty that were purchased under the law's exemptions. 4. It authorizes the California Department of Justice to inspect law enforcement agencies and licensed firearms dealers to ensure compliance with these provisions. 5. It requires the Department of Justice to establish and maintain a roster of approved firearms dealers and manufacturers that are compliant with relevant laws and adhere to public safety principles. After January 1, 2025, state and local government agencies will be prohibited from purchasing firearms, ammunition, or other goods from dealers or manufacturers not on this roster, with an exception for existing contracts.

Budget and Finance, Justice

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