CA Penal Code Section 30945


Unless a permit allowing additional uses is first obtained under Section 31000, a person who has registered an assault weapon or registered a .50 BMG rifle under this article may possess it only under any of the following conditions:

(a)

At that person’s residence, place of business, or other property owned by that person, or on property owned by another with the owner’s express permission.

(b)

While on the premises of a target range of a public or private club or organization organized for the purpose of practicing shooting at targets.

(c)

While on a target range that holds a regulatory or business license for the purpose of practicing shooting at that target range.

(d)

While on the premises of a shooting club that is licensed pursuant to the Fish and Game Code.

(e)

While attending any exhibition, display, or educational project that is about firearms and that is sponsored by, conducted under the auspices of, or approved by a law enforcement agency or a nationally or state recognized entity that fosters proficiency in, or promotes education about, firearms.

(f)

While on publicly owned land, if the possession and use of a firearm described in Section 30510, 30515, 30520, or 30530, is specifically permitted by the managing agency of the land.

(g)

While transporting the assault weapon or .50 BMG rifle between any of the places mentioned in this section, or to any licensed gun dealer, for servicing or repair pursuant to Section 31050, if the assault weapon is transported as required by Sections 16850 and 25610.
Last Updated

Aug. 19, 2023

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