California Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) Practice Exam

Who is legally responsible for a firearm's safe storage, to prevent access by children?

1. The firearm manufacturer

2. The local law enforcement agency

3. The firearm owner

4. All adults in the household

The correct answer is: The firearm owner

In assessing this question, it is important to understand that the firearm owner is ultimately responsible for the safe storage of their firearm. This includes properly storing the firearm in a locked container and ensuring that it is not accessible to children. While the firearm manufacturer may have certain safety regulations in place, they are not legally responsible for the storage of the individual firearm once it has been purchased. Similarly, while local law enforcement agencies may enforce safe storage laws, they are not responsible for ensuring that each individual firearm is stored safely. As for all adults in the household, while they may have a moral responsibility to ensure the safety of children in their homes, they are not legally responsible for the safe storage of a specific firearm. Therefore, the best answer to this question is C the firearm owner.