Clarification on California Firearms Laws

[HI629]

I have family living in California. They live in a county where they cannot get a permit to carry. They're getting increasingly concerned with wildlife, especially when hiking and mountain biking. I am totally in the dark as to what is and isn't allowed in the state of California.

Would there be any circumstances where they'd be able to carry a firearm while enjoying the outdoors? Is there a permit they can get for carrying while hiking, camping, etc?

Any other input would be appreciated.

[clof2001]

I have family living in California. They live in a county where they cannot get a permit to carry. They're getting increasingly concerned with wildlife, especially when hiking and mountain biking. I am totally in the dark as to what is and isn't allowed in the state of California.

Would there be any circumstances where they'd be able to carry a firearm while enjoying the outdoors? Is there a permit they can get for carrying while hiking, camping, etc?

Any other input would be appreciated.

Why can't they get a permit? The Supreme Court Bruen decision overturned the good cause requirement, so they should be able to apply for one where they live.

[HI629]

Bruen aside, permit got denied for lacking "good cause".

[clof2001]

That shouldn't be happening. They either need to get legal representation, or try to get it in another county where they spend a "significant amount of time." There are pro-2A organizations that can give further guidance on this, just depends how motivated your relatives are.

[CCCSD]

Go to another county.

[NolaT]

State,……..

[Aidokea]

Go to another county.

Go to another state...