Buying & Ownership Guides

First-gun guides, DROS walk-throughs, the Roster, private party transfers, and ownership know-how.

Buying & Ownership Guides

The Complete Guide to Private Party Transfers (PPT) in California

Every PPT Goes Through an FFL. $10 dealer cap · ~$37 DROS · 10-day wait · Off-roster OK

Buying or selling a used firearm between Californians? Every PPT runs through a licensed dealer — here's the whole process: the capped fees, the 10-day wait, the off-roster advantage, the family and C&R exemptions, and how to not get scammed.

CA2A Official
August 11, 2026

Buying & Ownership Guides

Ammunition Purchase Documentation Checklist

Before You Buy Ammunition. ID · Eligibility · Transaction records · Confirm with DOJ

A practical framework for organizing identification, eligibility, and transaction information before visiting a licensed California retailer.

August 8, 2026