California legal term
Purchase in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “Purchase” 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 “Purchase” mean in California criminal law?
“Purchase” means the purchase, loan, or transfer of a firearm. (Cal. Penal Code § 28150)
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Related terms in the same statutes
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