California · Penal Code
PEN §27585: (a) Commencing January 1, 2015, a resident of this state shall not import into this state, bring into this state, or transport into this state, any firearm that the person purchased or otherwise obtai
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Starting January 1, 2015, state residents cannot import, bring, or transport firearms purchased outside the state unless delivered through a licensed dealer, with specified exceptions for licensed dealers, importers, manufacturers, and other authorized persons.
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