No. Mere possession/ownership of a personally-owned handgun does not require a Handgun Safety Certificate (HSC). No, you do not need a Handgun Safety Certificate (HSC) for the purpose of moving into California with your handgun. However, pursuant to Penal Code section 12072(f)(2), there are important personal handgun importation responsibilities that are explained on this website.

Yes. Prior to taking possession of the handgun, you must havea valid Handgun Safety Certificate (HSC). You must also report the transfer to DOJ, pursuant to Penal Code section 12078(c)(2)(A), within 30 days of the transfer. You may obtain Form FD4544A [PDF 28 kb / 2 pg] for this purpose on this website. No. Mere possession/ownership of a personally-owned handgun does not require a Handgun Safety Certificate (HSC). See similar questions...

Prior to the submission of DROS information for a handgun purchase, individuals purchasing handguns must present an HSC or provide the dealer with proof of exemption pursuant to California Penal Code Section 12081. See similar questions...

Handgun Safety Certificate Study Guides are available from licensed California Firearms Dealers or DOJ Certified Instructors at $.50 each. You can also order a study guide with a Department of Justice downloadable order form, FD040 [PDF 20 kb / 2 pg]. You can also view or download the Handgun Safety Certificate Study Guide [PDF 977 kb / 20 pg] for free on this website. See similar questions...

Handgun Safety Certificate Videos are available from licensed California Firearms Dealers and some DOJ Certified Instructors at $5.00 each. You can also order a video with a Department of Justice downloadable order form, FD040 [PDF 25 kb / 1 pg]. See similar questions...

There are a variety of Handgun Safety Certificate requirement exemptions. It should be noted that these exemptions are not identical to the former Basic Firearms Safety Certificate (BFSC) certification exemptions. Two general BFSC exemption categories, persons who hold a valid hunting license issued by the State of California and persons who were honorably discharged from the military, do not qualify as exemptions from HSC certification requirements. Yes. See similar questions...

The DOJ Certified Instructor may administer the Handgun Safety Certificate (HSC) Test, issue HSCs, and oversee safe handling demonstrations. See similar questions...

No. A minimum order of 25 study guides is required by firearms dealers and DOJ Certified Instructors. Handgun Safety Certificate Study Guides are $.50 each. See similar questions...

The firearms dealer ensures and documents that handgun purchasers/transferees present a valid Handgun Safety Certificate (HSC) or valid exemption documentation at the time of purchase; completes and maintains a Safe Handling Demonstration Affidavit attesting the mandated safe handling demonstration was successfully performed; and makes the Handgun Safety Certificate Study Guide available to the public at $.50 each. See similar questions...

Firearms dealers may obtain pertinent Handgun Safety Certificate Program supplies by submitting a completed HSC Supply Order Form, Form FD038, [PDF 28 kb / 1 pg] and correct remittance to: California Department of Justice, Bureau of Firearms - HSC, P. O. Box 820200, Sacramento, CA 94203-0200. Please note that, absent DOJ Certified Instructor certification, not all Handgun Safety Certificate Program supplies such as the HSC Tests and Handgun Safety Certificates (HSCs) are available to dealers. See similar questions...

If your study is complete (i.e., all subject follow-up monitoring is complete and all data analysis is complete), you must submit a Study Closure Request, indicating that you are discontinuing the study because of study completion. See similar questions...

No. If a Financial Aid application is submitted before January 1, it will be rejected by the federal processor. See similar questions...

OnStar service is available for vehicles with dual-mode (analog/digital) equipment. If you currently have analog/digital-ready equipment and your vehicle manufacturer is offering an equipment upgrade for your vehicle, it will need to be upgraded to dual-mode (analog/digital) equipment to continue service as of January 1, 2008. (Refer to Question #6 for additional information. See similar questions...

No. As of early 2008, cellular carriers will no longer support the analog network. Without the analog network, OnStar cannot ensure the national coverage that would allow us to provide subscribers with analog equipment the services they expect from us. As a result, beginning January 1, 2008, OnStar service in the United States and Canada will only be available through dual-mode (analog/digital) equipment. See similar questions...

Yes. Retrospective chart reviews are considered research activities that need prior approval by HSC and HIPAA. Additional information on requirements for retrospective chart reviews is available at: http://www2.kumc.edu/researchcompliance/forms/retrospective_chart_review.pdf See similar questions...

Yes, if you are operating a personal watercraft (Jet Ski, Wave Runner, etc.) on the waters of the State of New Jersey you are required to possess a New Jersey boat safety certificate, additionally, if you are operating any other power vessel and you were born in 1959 or later, you are also required to possess a boat safety certificate. On June 1, 2008, all power vessel operators born in 1949 and later will be required to possess a certificate. See similar questions...

If you rent out property then as landlord, you are responsible for ensuring that all gas fittings and flues are maintained in good order, and that gas appliances and flues are checked for safety every 12 months. You must keep a record of all safety checks for at least two years and issue it to existing tenants and to any new tenants before they move in. Tenants are responsible for the maintenance and safety of appliances they own. See similar questions...

You and your staff must advise them of the new law. Politely explain that they must step outside to smoke. If the customer still refuses to comply, refer to your company's policy on dealing with difficult customers. You may wish to refuse service to customers who refuse to comply with the Act, as your business may still be held accountable. See similar questions...

American Lung Association of Illinois-Greater Chicago is not encouraging law enforcement or health departments to issue tickets on New Year's Eve. We would prefer that enforcement wait until the open of business on the morning of January 1, 2008. See similar questions...

Because in both the current Gregorian Calendar, and in the new C&T calendar, that day is a Sunday (the start of a 7-day cycle, which we call a "week.") [What if we miss the implementation date?] It will be very costly [but ... maybe not]; as costly as the Y2K problem was. But it is a one-time cost, and then we are safe until the year 10,000. See similar questions...