CA Penal Code Section 20170


(a)

No person may openly display or expose any imitation firearm in a public place.

(b)

As used in this section, “public place” means an area open to the public and includes any of the following:

(1)

A street.

(2)

A sidewalk.

(3)

A bridge.

(4)

An alley.

(5)

A plaza.

(6)

A park.

(7)

A driveway.

(8)

A front yard.

(9)

A parking lot.

(10)

An automobile, whether moving or not.

(11)

A building open to the general public, including one that serves food or drink, or provides entertainment.

(12)

A doorway or entrance to a building or dwelling.

(13)

A public school.

(14)

A public or private college or university.
Last Updated

Aug. 19, 2023

§ 20170’s source at ca​.gov