Buying your first gun can make even the most confident person a little
uneasy. How do you know what you need? How do you know if you will be
able to be proficient with your new purchase? How do I defend my family
and be a responsible gun owner? CRPA is here to help.
If you are thinking of becoming a gun owner for the first time here are
some helpful tips:
1) Do a little research before going to your local gun shop. You do not
have to know everything, but you should understand basics like the
difference in a long gun and a handgun. The knowledgeable
salespeople at the gun store will help you but understanding some of
the terms they are using will help you feel more comfortable.
2) Take a friend who is a gunowner with you to the store. There are more
friends that own guns than you think. They can help you decipher all
of the information and make a good decision as to what is right for
you. Don’t have anyone? CRPA has local chapters and we can hook
you up with a great person that could help you figure it all out.
3) You will need to take a small test to get a California Firearm Safety
Certificate (FSC). You can get a study guide or webinar to review the
information before going to the gun shop. If you cannot pass the test,
you will not be allowed to purchase a firearm.
4) Once you pass your FSC test, you will be able to purchase a firearm.
Guidelines for New Gun Owners
