Going back to Kali.......

[MeMelYup]

I lived in San Diego when I was in the Navy back in the mid 90's. I'm not going by choice, my sister lives in San Diego and is getting married, so my presence is required.

3. I've been told that even mentioning you have a gun in the car will get you a ride to the local PD and your gun confiscated. I've also been told that you are not required to answer honestly to a Kali state/local LEO, so if you are pulled over and the question about being armed comes up, you LIE and say no.
Mark

YOU DO NOT LIE. If the handgun is not on your person or is where you cannot reach it without removing yourself from your seated position within the vehicle and it or it's case is not within plain sight of someone walking around your venicle looking for such itims, you are not armed.

[Heartland Patriot]

All,

Thanks for the replies.

I hate having to dump $35 a pop just to drop to 10 round mags, but definitely better to be safe than sorry.

I checked calguns as well and it seems that its OK to have a loaded mag locked up with your pistol, provided the mag is not inserted in the magwell and no round is chambered. That being said, its still 50-50 your gun gets taken and you get a ride down to the local PD.

I am actually considering buying a cheaper firearm to take with me, just in case something happens and it gets confiscated.

I need to stop watching Southland, its making me paranoid.

Mark

That is the reason I bought along a CW45 and brought it along with me the last time I went. All of that said, there is such a thing as too much paranoia......which cops can sense. Just follow the laws, don't draw attention to yourself by the way you drive, and you'll be fine. Yes, some California cops can sometimes be a pain in the nether regions, but the truth is that most of them are actually pro-2nd Amendment (a lot of them post at Calguns.net) and they are not likely to handle you poorly just because you are lawfully transporting a gun. If you have the appearance of a person who does not merit their special attention, and you're not speeding, tailgating, driving erratically, etc., then they won't even notice you. If you have lots of body piercings, prison tats, smell bad, have an attitude, and drive like Atilla the Hun, then they will pay you special attention. So the truth is, despite California's propensity to elect commies, the results of your experience depend largely on you.

On I-80 between the Bay and Sac, that kind of driving is the NORM! I think you might get pulled over if you aren't doing that stuff...

[WildBill]

All,

Thanks for the advice and opinions. I have a few months before the trip so I am going to sit on it for a while. I have other things on my shopping list, like a new upper , that take priority especially considering the k9 we have is ready to go in all aspects.

If you want to feel safe buy a rabbit's foot.

[Hoosier Daddy]

One more thing--Invest in some pepper spray before you head to Cali. Mine turned out to be invaluabe. Read the state laws before you buy the pepper spray, they have some specifics.... but it beats having nothing but a pocket knife.

I heard there are some restrictions on types of pepper spray in Kali but can't find details. Do you know? I have a sweet opportunity to go to SF for a few weeks and want to know what's legal. I don't expect any trouble but stuff happens and it's better to be prepared.

[comp73]

I did not think about pepper spray, but it sounds like better than nothing. Here is what I was able to dig up on Kali pepper spray laws. Normal disclaimer applies, IANAL.

California Law

In California, anyone of legal age may purchase, possess or use a pepper spray device. Anyone under the age of 18 is not allowed to buy, have possession of or use pepper spray. California also requires that the maximum canister size be 2.5 ounces in weight, and must carry a label that says, "WARNING: The use of this substance or device for any purpose other than self-defense is a crime under the law. The contents are dangerous---use with care."

[Hoosier Daddy]

Do you know if that is total weight or the weight of the contents? Thanks.

[comp73]

Not for sure, but I think its 2.5 oz of pepper spray, not including the container or delivery device.