California Law

How long is the mandatory waiting period before a dealer may deliver a firearm?

Answer

10 days

There is a mandatory 10-day waiting period before the firearms dealer can deliver the firearm to the purchaser.

Source: Chapter 6: Sales and Transfers of Firearms

Not the answer

  • 24 hours
  • 3 days
  • 30 days

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