Assault Weapon Purchase Letter

For California law enforcement. An officer's assault weapon purchase requires a letter from their department. Use the requirements and sample below.

Letter requirements

  • Printed on original department letterhead.
  • Good for 30 days after it is issued.
  • Lists the make, model and serial number of the weapon.
  • Identifies the individual as a peace officer (PC 830).
  • References Penal Code 30630, stating that the Chief or Sheriff authorizes the officer to purchase and possess the specific assault weapon for official duty use.
  • Signed by the commanding officer with a wet signature.

Sample letter

[Department letterhead]

Date: ____________

To whom it may concern,

I hereby certify that (Officer's Name) is a full-time paid law enforcement officer as qualified under California Penal Code 830.1, and is authorized to carry a firearm in the performance of his/her duties.

Under the provisions of California Penal Code Section 30630, I am authorizing the Officer to purchase and register the following "Assault Weapon":

Make: ____________   Model: ____________   Serial number: ____________

I certify that (Officer's Name) will use the requested firearm in the performance of his/her official duties. Please waive the ten-day waiting period pursuant to California Penal Code 26950. Additionally, I certify that a records check has been conducted and (Officer's Name) has no convictions or charges for misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence.

____________________________
Signed by Commanding Officer (must be a wet signature)
Chief of Police, Sheriff or District Attorney

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