Is It An Assault Weapon? How to Buy Semi-Automatic Rifles in California

California has strict laws about assault weapons. Understanding these laws is critical before purchasing a semi-automatic rifle.

Fixed Magazine Requirement

In California semi-automatic centerfire rifles that accept detachable magazines are classified as assault weapons unless they are featureless. A fixed magazine rifle requires disassembling the action to remove the magazine.

Featureless Configuration

A featureless rifle has none of these: pistol grip, thumbhole stock, folding or telescoping stock, grenade launcher, flash suppressor, or forward pistol grip.

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