Bof 4544A Form PDF Details

In the state of California, responsibly managing and transferring firearm ownership is a process meticulously outlined by the Department of Justice, particularly through the BOF 4544A form. This form serves a dual purpose, facilitating both the report of operation of law or intra-familial firearm transactions under specific Penal Code sections. It comes attached with a mandatory processing fee of $19.00, ensuring that all submissions are handled officially and securely. With its comprehensive structure, the BOF 4544A form collects vital information about the firearm owner, including personal identification and residency details, along with specific firearm information like type, make, model, and how it was acquired. The form also mandates an applicant declaration reaffirming the accuracy of the provided information under penalty of perjury, emphasizing the seriousness of the process. Moreover, it includes provisions for individuals to express consent for the Department of Justice to perform necessary firearm eligibility checks, reinforcing the state's commitment to gun safety and lawful possession. This thorough documentation process underscores California's rigorous approach to firearm management, aiming to balance the right to own firearms with the imperatives of public safety and legal compliance. Ensuring that every firearm transaction or ownership transfer adheres to the state's legal framework, the BOF 4544A form embodies a critical checkpoint in the continuum of responsible firearm stewardship.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

BOF 4544A (Rev. 02/2015)

PAGE 1 of 3

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

BUREAU OF FIREARMS

Report of Operation of Law or

Intra-Familial Firearm Transaction

California Penal Code sections 27875 or 27920.

A processing fee of $19.00 must accompany this application.

(Instructions on page 2)

A. Owner Information

Last Name:

First Name:

Middle Name:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Alias Last Name (if any):

Alias First Name:

Alias Middle Name:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Residence Street Address:

 

City:

 

State:

Zip Code:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mailing Address (if different):

 

City:

 

State:

Zip Code:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy):

Place of Birth (state or country):

Sex: Phone No. (include area code):

U.S.

Yes

If no, enter Alien Registration No. or I-94 No.:

Citizen?

No

 

 

 

 

Country of Citizenship:

Enter your California Driver License (CDL), California Identification (CID), or Military Identification (MIL) number in the ID Number box to the right. If using military identification you must send a copy of your permanent duty station orders stating you are stationed in California.

ID Type (check one): ID Number:

CDL CID MIL

Handgun Safety Certificate (HSC) or Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) No.:

B. Firearm(s) Information (To report additional firearm(s) copy and attach additional applications)

Firearm Type:

Handgun Rifle Shotgun

Category: (select from list on page 2)

Serial Number:

Make:

Model:

Caliber:

Firearm Origin:

Barrel Length: in. cm.

Color:

Date Acquired (mm/dd/yyyy):

Acquired From:

Firearms Dealer

Family Member (Specify Relationship):

 

 

 

 

 

Private Party

Gun Show

Other:

 

Firearm Type:

 

 

Category: (select from list on page 2)

 

Serial Number:

 

Handgun

Rifle

Shotgun

 

 

 

 

 

Make:

 

Model:

 

Caliber:

Firearm Origin:

Barrel Length:

in.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

cm.

Color:

Date Acquired (mm/dd/yyyy):

Acquired From:

Firearms Dealer

Family Member (Specify Relationship):

 

 

 

 

 

Private Party

Gun Show

Other:

 

Firearm Type:

 

 

Category: (select from list on page 2)

 

Serial Number:

 

Handgun

Rifle

Shotgun

 

 

 

 

 

Make:

 

Model:

 

Caliber:

Firearm Origin:

Barrel Length:

in.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

cm.

Color:

Date Acquired (mm/dd/yyyy):

Acquired From: Firearms Dealer Family Member (Specify Relationship):

Private Party

Gun Show

Other:

C. Declaration

I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct. I expressly authorize the Department of Justice to perform firearms eligibility checks of all relevant state and federal databases, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation's National Instant Criminal Background Check System. I also understand that if I currently possess or own firearms and the results of this check reveal that I am ineligible either to lawfully possess or purchase firearms, I must relinquish any and all firearms in my possession.

Signature

 

Date

STATE OF CALIFORNIA

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

BOF 4544A (Rev. 02/2015)

PAGE 2 of 3

Report of Operation of Law or Intra-Familial Transaction Submission Requirements

Pursuant to Penal Code section 28240, you must submit this application along with a $19.00 processing fee (check or money order made payable to the Department of Justice) to:

Department of Justice

Bureau of Firearms - OL

P.O. Box 820200

Sacramento, CA 94203-0200

Please note, incomplete applications or applications submitted without the proper fees will be returned without processing. If reporting more than three firearms, attach additional copies of this form as needed. A firearms eligibility check will be conducted to determine whether you are lawfully eligible to possess firearms. Once approved, you will receive a confirmation notice of your transaction.

This form may not be used to report ownership of assault weapons defined in Penal Code sections 30510 through 30530. It is the responsibility of the applicant to determine if the firearm being reported is an assault weapon. A list of assault weapons is available on the Bureau of Firearms website at www.oag.ca.gov/firearms.

Part A. Owner Information

Enter the information as requested. Only one applicant per form. If using a military identification number you must submit a copy of your permanent duty station orders indicating you are stationed in California.

Part B. Firearm Information

For each firearm, you must provide the identification information requested. Please refer to your firearm owner's manual, the firearms manufacturer's website, or the examples below to assist you in providing the required information:

•

Firearm Type:

Handgun, Rifle, or Shotgun

•

Category:

Bolt Action, Lever Action, Pump Action, Revolver, Semi-Automatic, or Single Shot

•

Serial Number

Usually located on the frame of a handgun, or the receiver of a long gun. May be all numeric

 

 

or a combination of alpha and numeric characters. (e.g., 98765, US54321G)

•

Make

The manufacturer of the firearm. (e.g., Remington, Winchester, Glock, Smith & Wesson)

•

Model

The model name of the firearm. (e.g., 870 Express, Model 70, 17C, 29-10)

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Caliber

The caliber of the firearm. (e.g., 12 gauge, .308 Winchester, 9 mm, .44 Magnum)

•

Firearm Origin

The country of origin of the firearm. (e.g., United States, Russia, China, Italy)

•

Barrel Length

Enter the barrel length as stated either in your owner's manual, manufacturer's website, or

 

 

measure the barrel length by closing the action of the firearm and inserting a wooden dowel

 

 

down the barrel until it stops. Mark the dowel with a pen at the muzzle. Remove the dowel

 

 

and measure the distance between the inserted end of the dowel and the pen mark.

Part C. Declaration

You must sign and date the declaration on this application.

STATE OF CALIFORNIA

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

BOF 4544A (Rev. 02/2015)

PAGE 3 of 3

Privacy Notice

As Required by Civil Code § 1798.17

Collection and Use of Personal Information. The Bureau of Firearms in the Department of Justice collects the information requested on this form as authorized by Penal Code sections 27875 and 27920. The Bureau of Firearms uses this information to record an operation of law or intra-familial firearm transaction. In addition, any personal information collected by state agencies is subject to the limitations in the Information Practices Act and state policy. The Department of Justice's general privacy policy is available at http://oag.ca.gov/privacy-policy.

Providing Personal Information. All the personal information requested in the form must be provided.

Access to Your Information. You may review the records maintained by the Bureau of Firearms in the Department of Justice that contain your personal information, as permitted by the Information Practices Act. See below for contact information.

Possible Disclosure of Personal Information. In order to record an operation of law or intra-familial firearm transaction, we may need to share the information you give us with any peace officer or other person designated by the Attorney General upon request.

The information you provide may also be disclosed in the following circumstances:

·In response to a Public Records Act request, as allowed by the Information Practices Act;

·To another government agency as required by state or federal law;

·In response to a court or administrative order, a subpoena, or a search warrant.

Contact Information. For questions about this notice or access to your records, you may contact the Department of Justice, Bureau of Firearms at (916) 227-7527 or P.O. Box 820200, Sacramento, CA 94203-0200.

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