How Do I Turn In, Sell, or Store My Firearms, Firearm Parts, Ammunition, and Magazines?
California · Judicial Council of California · Effective January 1, 2024
This form provides information about the legal ways to turn in, sell, or store items like firearms, ammunition, and magazines. It explains who can accept these items and what steps must be taken to prove compliance with an order.
The court describes it as: Explains how you can legally turn in, sell, or store your firearms, firearm parts, ammunition, and magazines.
Where this fits in a case
General & infoInformation / general use — not tied to one step of a case
This information is provided in the context of gun violence prevention, likely after a court order has been issued that requires the surrender of weapons.
Either party may file.
Official instructions
How-to guides published by the court for this form.
Common questions
- Who can I give my prohibited items to?
- You can only give your prohibited items to law enforcement or a licensed gun dealer. You cannot give them to a friend or family member.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2024.
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