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firing requirement for handguns in California Criminal Law

Current through 2026 California legislative session

In California criminal law, “firing requirement for handguns” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the California criminal code.

What does “firing requirement for handguns” mean in California criminal law?

“firing requirement for handguns” means a test in which the manufacturer provides three handguns of the make and model for which certification is sought to an independent testing laboratory certified by the Attorney General pursuant to Section 32010. (Cal. Penal Code § 31905)

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Related terms in the same statutes

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.