Right, like nice try, Diddy. The ATF is getting lazy with these posts
Hello fellow gun enthusiasts, where and how are you purchasing all the
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Right, like nice try, Diddy. The ATF is getting lazy with these posts
Hey so I have an exposed firearm permit im pretty new to all the firearm stuff i see a lot of off-roster guns on here how do you guy go about owning them legally and can i have fun with them at the range?
Yeah the BSIS exposed firearms permit. Security guards, PPO and private investigators can get it.I didn’t even know open carry permits existed in California and I’ve live here all my life….
I think there is an option for Sheriffs to issue open carry permits in rural (population under 200,000) counties. Also, there was just a 9th circuit court case, Baird v. Bonta, that the CA restriction on open carry is unconstitutional. I believe there was a favorable finding, but the court's mandate is still pending and DOJ is almost certain to appeal.Yeah the BSIS exposed firearms permit. Security guards, PPO and private investigators can get it.
So I can legally open or conceal carry. Not sure why I would open carry as a PI though lol
Yeah, this is a separate license issued by BSIS. So if I am working actively, technically I can open carry any 9mm gun (or calibers you qualify with). Have to be working thoughI think there is an option for Sheriffs to issue open carry permits in rural (population under 200,000) counties. Also, there was just a 9th circuit court case, Baird v. Bonta, that the CA restriction on open carry is unconstitutional. I believe there was a favorable finding, but the court's mandate is still pending and DOJ is almost certain to appeal.
Yeah, this is a separate license issued by BSIS. So if I am working actively, technically I can open carry any 9mm gun (or calibers you qualify with). Have to be working though
Did you.... not even read what I said? You just said what I said back to me lmfao. Unreal. I don't have a security guard permit eitherNope, two completely different permits:
County Sheriff permit under Penal Code §26150(b)(2) allows a private citizen to carry a loaded, exposed handgun in unincorporated areas where discharge is not prohibited.
Statewide Security‑Guard Permit is issued by the California Bureau of Security & Investigative Services (BSIS) under Business & Professions Code §7583.37, §7583.38 and allows a licensed security guard to carry a loaded, exposed handgun while on duty only.
But, but, I have to be rightDid you.... not even read what I said? You just said what I said back to me lmfao. Unreal. I don't have a security guard permit either
Dude apparently. But hey at least he realized the mistake and was normal. Other dude is still going crazy in the thread calling me names because I pointed out Glocks are cheaper adjusted for inflation lolBut, but, I have to be right![]()
I have an off roster glock if thats something youre interested in, where are you located??Hey so I have an exposed firearm permit im pretty new to all the firearm stuff i see a lot of off-roster guns on here how do you guy go about owning them legally and can i have fun with them at the range?
Brother... if he doesn't bite, I'll take it!I have an off roster hi point I'll give you. You pay transfer fees and come up to the high desert![]()
I meant to type mag disconnect. Instead I had a brainfart....it happensHas to be a recent lock purchase with receipt, less than 30 days old, otherwise this requirement would be a no-brainer for any of us with new locks sitting around from past purchases.
right. i am after a handful of 1980 and 1990 guns. i have tried to purchase a couple of them on here but people keep backing out when it comes time to purchase. (shrugs)Hey so I have an exposed firearm permit im pretty new to all the firearm stuff i see a lot of off-roster guns on here how do you guy go about owning them legally and can i have fun with them at the range?
If i recall correctly OP made another post (now deleted) few days ago asking how to buy a gun for $250 for his 'job needs'Hello fellow gun enthusiasts, where and how are you purchasing all theillegal items within our jurisdictioncool and fun toys that go bang?
If i recall correctly OP made another post (now deleted) few days ago asking how to buy a gun for $250 for his 'job needs'
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