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Optic + Light after CCW Qual

Wouldn’t you be more confident in relying on an answer from your actual IA than something you get from random strangers on the internet? Why not call your IA and find out for sure?
Better to beg for forgiveness than ask permission in this case. No reason to contact them about a rule that doesn’t exist and give them a reason to make more rules. Not sure why people are even confused when there’s a literal CCW policy document you can read. It’s pretty cut and dry.
 
Better to beg for forgiveness than ask permission in this case. No reason to contact them about a rule that doesn’t exist and give them a reason to make more rules. Not sure why people are even confused when there’s a literal CCW policy document you can read. It’s pretty cut and dry.
Fair enough. I’ll amend the second sentence to say: Why not call read your IA’s actual written policies and find out for sure?
 
Or, as was mentioned, you could do a little bit of homework and get all your questions answered.

LAPD qualification form: no mention of anything other than manufacturer, model, serial #, and caliber

LAPD FAQ on line: As long as your modifications are California legal, you're a happy camper.

Can I make modifications to my firearms?
Some sight and light attachments are allowed but no illegal modifications to firearms are permitted. Check with current
California Firearm laws to verify the legal status of your firearm.
 
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