Quick question - The Firearms Forum

FicT10n · 12-23-2006, 10:56 PM

Let me start off by saying hello to everyone here, as I am new to this forum and I am not sure if this question is in the right section. Anyway, I have a quick question regarding the intrafamilia transfer. I recently finished an intra-familia transfer with a firearm my mother had. I am 19 years old and live in california. I got the letter back in the mail saying "you are now elligible to obtain and keep firearms". My question is this, can I now go to a gun store and buy a handgun now that I legally own one? Thank you for your help.

Nighthawk · 12-23-2006, 11:01 PM

sorry can't answer question, but welcome aboard

SouthernMoss · 12-24-2006, 12:46 AM

Your best bet would be to ask your local law enforcement this question, since firearm laws are different from one state to the next.

However, most states require you to be age 21 before you can purchase a handgun, and I would venture to guess that that would be the case in California.

Xracer · 12-24-2006, 07:50 AM

Hi FicT10n......welcome to TFF.

You may be able to find the answer to your question here:

http://ag.ca.gov/firearms/

Bruce FLinch · 12-24-2006, 10:17 AM

Welcome Fict10n.
In California, to purchase a handgun, you must take a Handgun Safety Certification test. It is administered by most FFL's. You also have to be 21 in Kal. to buy a handgun. Long guns are exempt from the certificate. 18 to buy Long guns. There are exceptions to Family transfers. You're best off consulting a local FFL. Merry Christmas

12-23-2006, 10:56 PM	#1
FicT10n Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 1	Quick question Let me start off by saying hello to everyone here, as I am new to this forum and I am not sure if this question is in the right section. Anyway, I have a quick question regarding the intrafamilia transfer. I recently finished an intra-familia transfer with a firearm my mother had. I am 19 years old and live in california. I got the letter back in the mail saying "you are now elligible to obtain and keep firearms". My question is this, can I now go to a gun store and buy a handgun now that I legally own one? Thank you for your help. -->

12-23-2006, 11:01 PM	#2
Nighthawk Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: South Central Texas Posts: 3,330	Re: Quick question sorry can't answer question, but welcome aboard __________________ Our obligations to our country never cease but with our lives." --John Adams, letter to Benjamin Rush, April 18, 1808 NRA Life TSRA Life GOA Member

12-24-2006, 12:46 AM	#3
SouthernMoss Admin Tech Staff Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: SW MS Contributor Posts: 10,651	Re: Quick question Your best bet would be to ask your local law enforcement this question, since firearm laws are different from one state to the next. However, most states require you to be age 21 before you can purchase a handgun, and I would venture to guess that that would be the case in California. __________________ My Second protects your First "I declare to you that woman must not depend upon the protection of man, but must be taught to protect herself, and there I take my stand." - Susan B Anthony

12-24-2006, 07:50 AM	#4
Xracer TFF Admin Staff Mediator Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Minn-eeee-sota, ya, sure, you bet! Posts: 9,144	Re: Quick question Hi FicT10n......welcome to TFF. You may be able to find the answer to your question here: http://ag.ca.gov/firearms/

12-24-2006, 10:17 AM	#5
Bruce FLinch Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Bay Point, Kali..aka Gun Point Posts: 5,016	Re: Quick question Welcome Fict10n. In California, to purchase a handgun, you must take a Handgun Safety Certification test. It is administered by most FFL's. You also have to be 21 in Kal. to buy a handgun. Long guns are exempt from the certificate. 18 to buy Long guns. There are exceptions to Family transfers. You're best off consulting a local FFL. Merry Christmas __________________ A bad day @ the Range, is better than a good day @ work.