TexasCHLforum.com

Possibly not. When you inherit a firearm it can legally be transferred across state lines w/o an FFL in MOST cases. Two important factors that could complicate things are that the state of California is involved and that the Brother In Law is the deceased not a direct family member (Although I do not think this is actually an issue). Regarding the California issue I would suggest contacting Cal-Guns and seeking their advice, preferably for a firearms knowledgeable attorney to contact. As for the brother-in-law issue an attorney familiar with firearms inheritance issues (Preferably one recommended by Cal-Guns as they will know of California wrinkles in this aspect). It may also be better for the estate if the firearms are transferred using an FFL as California's registration records could come back to haunt the estate.