Q: Is it lawful to disassemble a fire arm to carry in a vehicle in the state of California
I currently live in Arizona right next to CA and go back and forth almost on a daily basis. Also i am a california resident because of my military status.I carry canceled in Arizona legally and when I cross state lines the fire arm is then disassembled and seperated to prevent the prices to be labeled as a fire arm.
A:
Generally, handguns being transported should be in a locked container with any ammunition in a separate location. If you are travelling in a passenger car - not an SUV - the handgun should be in the trunk and any ammunition in
the passenger portion of the vehicle. If your vehicle is an SUV then a locked container is required. Disassembly of the weapon is not required but provides an extra layer of protection for you. Another issue is the magazine capacity. In California the maximum allowed is 10 rounds. You should also check the California Department of Justice list of approved handguns to see if your handgun is on the list.
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