Bill > AB733

This bill proposes several key provisions: 1. It would prohibit any state or local government agency or department from selling any firearm, ammunition, or body armor, with a few specific exceptions, starting January 1, 2025. The exceptions include sales to law enforcement agencies, licensed firearms dealers, and certain historical societies or museums. 2. It would amend the definition of "firearm" in the Penal Code to expand its scope in various sections of the code. 3. It would establish new requirements for individuals convicted of certain offenses to relinquish any firearms they own, possess, or have control over, within a specified timeframe, either 48 hours or 14 days depending on whether they remain in custody. 4. It would require courts to confirm that defendants have properly relinquished all firearms before final disposition or sentencing, and allow the court to order a search warrant if there is probable cause the defendant has failed to do so. 5. It includes findings that the provisions relating to the disposal of firearms by government entities are matters of statewide concern, rather than municipal affairs, and therefore apply to all cities, including charter cities. Overall, the bill seeks to restrict the sale of firearms and related items by government entities and enhance the process for ensuring prohibited individuals relinquish any firearms in their possession.

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