The BOF 4546 Form can be filled out online at FormsPal using our free PDF editor. Our expert team has built the tool to help California residents complete this official state document accurately and submit it to the DOJ without difficulty. Follow the steps below to fill out this form and download the finished document quickly.
Step 1: Press the "Get Form" button at the top of this page to open the PDF editor and access the document. The editor loads instantly in your browser with no download or installation required.
Step 2: Fill in Section A of the form with your owner information. Enter your full legal name, date of birth, and current California residence address. The state DOJ uses this section of the document to match your record in its firearm registration database and update your no longer in possession status.
Step 3: Complete the weapon identification section. This part of the document requires the following details for each firearm you are no longer in possession of:
- AWR or BMG Registration Number and Serial Number as recorded in the state DOJ database
- Make and model exactly as stamped on the firearm
- Weapon category: handgun, long gun, assault weapon, or .50 BMG rifle
- California BOF Case Number or DOJ Case Number, if one has been assigned
Step 4: In Section D of the document, select the reason you are no longer in possession and provide the required supporting details for that specific situation. The form includes separate fields for each type of no longer in possession event:
- Sold or transferred to a private party: Enter the name, address, and phone number of the new owner, together with the exact date of transfer and documentation of the sale.
- Sold or transferred to a licensed dealer: Provide the dealer name, California dealer address, Federal Firearms License number, and the date of the transfer.
- Lost or stolen: Supply the name of the California law enforcement agency that received the report and the police report number assigned to your case.
- Seized or surrendered to law enforcement: Enter the name of the seizing agency or agent, the case or report number, and the date of seizure.
- Returned to manufacturer or dealer: Note the dealer or manufacturer name and California address, the return date, and include any receipt or documentation from the dealer as supporting evidence.
Step 5: If the weapon is an assault weapon or a .50 BMG rifle, complete the Supplement Page. This section of the form requires the same weapon identification and no longer in possession details as the main document, but applies specifically to restricted-category weapons. Verify your California residence and mailing address entries on this page, as the state DOJ uses this information to update your possession record for assault weapons and BMG rifles.
Step 6: Review all entries in the document carefully before signing. In Section E, sign the Declaration confirming that all no longer in possession details in this form are true and accurate under penalty of perjury. After signing, click "Done" to finalize the document. Download a copy of the completed form for your personal records, or save it to your FormsPal account for future access.
California No Longer in Possession - Questions and Answers
Who is required to file a California no longer in possession notice?
Any California resident who is no longer in possession of a handgun, long gun, assault weapon, or .50 BMG rifle that was previously registered in their name is required to file this document with the state Department of Justice. The obligation to submit this form applies regardless of the reason for the change in possession status. Whether the registrant sold the firearm, lost it, had it stolen, surrendered it to law enforcement, or had it destroyed, California law requires the same official notice. Failure to file this document when required can leave state records inaccurate, listing the registrant as the current owner of a firearm they no longer possess.
What types of transfers and events require this form?
The California no longer in possession notice is required whenever a previously registered firearm leaves the owner's custody for any reason. Private sales, dealer transfers, police seizures, losses, thefts, and physical destruction of the firearm all require this document to be submitted to the state DOJ. The form includes specific sections for each type of event, so the filer must identify the correct situation and provide the corresponding details. California state law does not make exceptions for involuntary events such as theft or loss. Each change in possession status requires a completed and signed document to update the state's records.
What information and records should I gather before filling out the document?
Before starting to fill out this form, gather the registration number, serial number, make, and model of the firearm you are no longer in possession of. You should also collect any supporting documents that match your specific no longer in possession situation. For a sale or transfer, a copy of the bill of sale and the buyer's contact details are required. For a loss or theft, you will need the police report number and the name of the California law enforcement agency that took the report. For a return to a dealer or manufacturer, a dealer receipt or return authorization document should be included with the submission. Having all records ready before opening the form saves time and reduces the chance of errors.
Where do I submit the completed California notice document?
After completing and signing the form, mail or submit the document to the California Department of Justice Bureau of Firearms. The state mailing address for the Bureau is printed on the final page of the official document. Keep a personal copy of the completed form as proof that you filed the no longer in possession notice. The state DOJ processes the document upon receipt and updates the California firearm registration records accordingly. If you have questions about submission requirements, contact the Bureau of Firearms directly through the official California DOJ website.
Related California Bureau of Firearms Forms
These related California DOJ forms may also apply to your situation:
- BOF 110 - California firearms dealer registration form
- BOF 4010A - California firearm registration record
- BOF 4544A - California Bureau of Firearms form
- California BOF 4012 - DOJ firearms documentation form
- Application to Carry Firearms - California concealed carry license form