California Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) Practice Exam

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In California, when is it legal to carry a concealed firearm in public?

With a valid permit
At all times
Only at night
Without a permit if you feel threatened

The correct answer is: With a valid permit

The correct answer is that it is legal to carry a concealed firearm in public with a valid permit. In California, the law requires individuals to obtain a concealed carry weapon license (CCW) before they can lawfully carry a concealed firearm in public spaces. This process includes a thorough background check, completion of a training course, and a demonstration of good cause for needing to carry a concealed weapon, among other requirements. This regulation is in place to ensure that only those who are adequately trained and vetted can carry concealed firearms, emphasizing public safety. The other choices do not align with California law regarding concealed carry; for example, carrying a concealed weapon without a permit is generally illegal, and there are no allowances for time of day or personal feelings of threat to bypass this requirement.