Bill > AB879

This bill modifies existing California law regarding unsafe handguns by expanding training requirements and exemptions for certain law enforcement agencies. Specifically, the bill allows peace officers employed by county probation departments to satisfy firearm training requirements by completing the firearm portion of a training course prescribed by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST), without the previous January 1, 2021 deadline limitation. The bill also adds a new provision allowing county probation departments to purchase unsafe handguns for use as service weapons, with the condition that officers complete a live-fire qualification at least once every three months. Additionally, the bill updates various references and reporting requirements related to unsafe handguns, including expanding the Department of Justice's database and notification requirements to include this new category of handgun acquisition. The bill imposes a new local program by expanding storage requirements for unsafe handguns in unattended vehicles, which could result in potential infractions punishable by fines up to $1,000. Notably, the bill includes a provision stating that no state reimbursement is required for implementing these changes, as they relate to creating or modifying criminal penalties.

Budget and Finance, Justice

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