California Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) Practice Exam

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When is it legal to carry a concealed handgun without a permit in California?

In your home or fixed place of business
While hiking in remote areas
When driving long distances for personal protection
In public spaces for self-defense

The correct answer is: In your home or fixed place of business

Carrying a concealed handgun without a permit in California is legal in your home or fixed place of business. This exception is rooted in the understanding that individuals have the right to defend themselves and their families within their own residences or in the places where they conduct their business activities. This provision does not extend to other scenarios mentioned, such as hiking in remote areas, which may not constitute a fixed place of business or home, or while driving long distances for personal protection, which also does not meet the requirements set by California law for carrying a concealed weapon without a permit. Public spaces for self-defense typically require a concealed carry permit, as California law is stringent regarding the carrying of firearms in public settings.