Pen. Code, § 13511.5 · Article 2. Field Services, Standards, and Certification
Pen. Code, § 13511.5
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
Each applicant for admission to a basic course of training certified by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training that includes the carrying and use of firearms, as prescribed by subdivision (a) of Section 832 and subdivision (a) of Section 832.3, who is not sponsored by a local or other law enforcement agency, or is not a peace officer employed by a state or local agency, department, or district, shall be required to submit written certification from the Department of Justice pursuant to Sections 11122, 11123, and 11124 that the applicant is eligible to possess, receive, own, and purchase a firearm pursuant to state and federal law.
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History
Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 495, Sec. 12. (SB 1518) Effective January 1, 2025.
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