Bill > AB1078

This bill proposes several significant changes to California's firearms regulations. It modifies licensing requirements for concealed carry permits, expanding disqualification criteria for applicants to include convictions under federal or out-of-state laws, being an unlawful user of controlled substances, and other potential risk factors. The bill requires a more comprehensive background investigation for license applicants, including reviewing publicly available information, character references, and a review of restraining order systems. Beginning April 1, 2026, the bill increases the number of firearms a person can apply to purchase within a 30-day period from one to three, and updates required warning signs in firearm dealerships to reflect this change. The legislation also expands exceptions for firearm possession for individuals with certain nonviolent felony convictions, particularly those that have been vacated, set aside, or where civil rights have been restored. Additionally, the bill allows for more flexible psychological assessment procedures for non-California resident applicants and modifies requirements for transporting firearms on public transportation. These changes aim to enhance public safety while providing some flexibility in firearms regulations, with provisions that take effect in stages through 2026 and 2027.

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