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Alteration Firearm (Identification Altered)

PEN § 23900 - Felony

  • Maximum fine: $10,000
  • Maximum term: 3Y
  • Probation/parole at home eligible: Y
  • Community service eligible: Y

illegal to change, alter, remove, or obliterate any identifying mark on a firearm without prior written permission from the California Department of Justice.

Included in the California Penal Code are several offenses related to Firearm Alteration: Felon Possession of Firearm (PEN § 29800), Large Capacity Magazines (PEN § 32310), Assault Weapons (PEN § 30600), Carrying a concealed firearm (PEN § 25400), Carrying a loaded firearm (PEN § 25850).

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