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California Gun Laws: A Guide to State and Federal Firearm Regulations

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THIS IS NOT THE MOST CURRENT EDITION OF THE BOOK. THE 11TH EDITION WITH ALL THE 2024 UPDATES WILL BE AVAILABLE SOON. The California Gun A Guide to State and Federal Firearm Regulations (2024 11th Edition) is said to be the bible and definitive source for information on the subject of gun laws in California. This tremendous resource is jam-packed with thousands of hours of legal research, all of which has been transcribed into a format that is easy to read and comprehend. Chock-full of legal and practical insights drawn from decades of experience, this book is a must-have for any California gun owner. The 2024 11th Edition will answer all of your questions regarding current state and federal firearm laws, including who can legally possess a firearm, where and when you can possess it, how to acquire a firearm in California, which firearms are prohibited, and how to lawfully carry a firearm in public. The 11th Edition will also cover new and important legislative and regulatory changes to state and federal firearm laws following the release of the 10th Edition.

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First published November 1, 2012

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About the author

C.D. “Chuck” Michel is one of the leading authorities on 2nd Amendment law and gun control ordinances. As one of the chief litigators for the NRA, author of “CA Gun Laws”, Adjunct Professor at Chapman University and Senior Partner at Michel & Associates law firm, Mr. Michel has been an integral figure in defining gun rights legislation since 1991.

Mr. Michel has won numerous high- profile cases for the NRA, including lawsuits striking down proposition H, the San Francisco law banning possession of handguns within city limits, Assembly Bill 962 requiring ammunition registration and filed amicus briefs in the Supreme Court cases “District of Columbia v. Heller” and “McDonald v. Supreme Court.”

Mr. Michel worked as a criminal prosecutor for the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office and as an advocate with the Los Angeles Federal Public Defender’s Office. He litigated many high-profile cases while at the renowned international law firm O’Melveny & Myers, such as the Exxon Valdez oil spill and served as staff counsel to the Christopher Commission.

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March 12, 2021
This book is essential for all gun owners in California in order to navigate the complex scheme of all applicable federal and state laws. All of the information is explained in easy to understand terms, organized logically by subject matter, and extensively footnoted with references to the appropriate legal authorities.
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April 13, 2019
Great information. A must have for California Firearms owners.
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March 25, 2018
If you own firearms and are currently living and planning on staying in California, you need to own and read this book. Contact me if you want a copy.
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