California · Through 2026-09-13

PEN § 26180

Where this section sits in the code

Penal Code - PEN
PART 6. CONTROL OF DEADLY WEAPONS [16000. - 34400.]
TITLE 4. FIREARMS [23500. - 34400.]
DIVISION 5. CARRYING FIREARMS [25300. - 26406.]
CHAPTER 4. License to Carry A Pistol, Revolver, or Other Firearm Capable of Being Concealed Upon the Person [26150. - 26235.]

(a) Any person who files an application required by Section 26175 knowing that any statement contained therein is false is guilty of a misdemeanor.

(b) Any person who knowingly makes a false statement on the application regarding any of the following is guilty of a felony:

(1) The denial or revocation of a license, or the denial of an amendment to a license, issued pursuant to this article.

(2) A criminal conviction.

(3) A finding of not guilty by reason of insanity.

(4) The use of a controlled substance.

(5) A dishonorable discharge from military service.

(6) A commitment to a mental institution.

(7) A renunciation of United States citizenship.

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