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The Fd 4544A form is a crucial document for individuals in California looking to report the operation of law or intra-familial handgun transactions to the Department of Justice's Bureau of Firearms. This form, which must be accompanied by a processing fee of $19 for one or more handguns, helps ensure that the transfer of firearms is conducted legally and safely, emphasizing the importance of a firearms eligibility check. To make this process as smooth as possible for individuals meeting these specific criteria, it's essential to understand the form's requirements and complete it accurately.

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The FD 4544A form serves as a critical document within the California Department of Justice Bureau of Firearms, facilitating the report of handguns obtained either through operation of law or intra-familial transaction. Accompanied by a processing fee, this vital piece of paperwork not only mandates the provision of comprehensive owner details and a meticulous account of the handgun(s) in question but also underscores a commitment to upholding legal accountability and public safety. With instructions that guide applicants through the submission process, including the necessity for a firearms eligibility check, this form plays a pivotal role in ensuring that the transfer or acquisition of handguns adheres to state regulations. By requiring applicants to attest to the accuracy and truthfulness of their submissions under penalty of perjury and authorizing the Department of Justice to conduct thorough background checks, the form acts as a safeguard against the unlawful possession of firearms. The parameters set forth by the FD 4544A underscore the meticulousness with which California regulates firearm transactions within familial bounds or instances necessitated by legal circumstances, reflecting an overarching endeavor to maintain public safety while accommodating the lawful exercise of gun ownership.

Question	Answer
Form Name	Form Fd 4544A
Form Length	2 pages
Fillable?	No
Fillable fields	0
Avg. time to fill out	30 sec
Other names	CDL, Wesson, intra, Semiauto

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CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

BUREAU OF FIREARMS

REPORT OF OPERATION OF LAW OR

INTRA-FAMILIAL HANDGUN TRANSACTION

Processing fee of $19 for 1 or more handguns

must accompany application

INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE

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

MAILING ADDRESS (If Different)

CITY

STATE

ZIP

DATE OF BIRTH

Day

PLACE OF BIRTH (State or Country)

SEX

DAYTIME PHONE #

( )

U.S.	YES	If no, enter	AND Country
CITIZEN?
	NO	AR# or I-94#	of Citizenship

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

ID TYPE (Circle One)

CDL CID MIL

ID NUMBER

B. Handgun(s) Information

Type of				SERIAL NUMBER
Type of	Semiauto	Revolver	Single Shot	Other:
Handgun:	Semiauto	Revolver	Single Shot	Other:
Handgun:
MAKE (As stamped on firearm)		MODEL (3032 Tomcat, KP95, 17C, etc.)		CALIBER HANDGUN ORIGIN (U.S., Italy, China, etc.) BARREL LENGTH
					IN.
					CM.
DATE ACQUIRED		ACQUIRED FROM:		HOW POSSESSION WAS OBTAINED:	COLOR

Day

Type of	Semiauto	Revolver	Single Shot	Other:
Handgun:

SERIAL NUMBER

MAKE (As stamped on firearm)		MODEL (3032 Tomcat, KP95, 17C, etc.)	CALIBER	HANDGUN ORIGIN (U.S., Italy, China, etc.) BARREL LENGTH
						IN.
						CM.

DATE ACQUIRED	ACQUIRED FROM:		HOW POSSESSION WAS OBTAINED:		COLOR

Day

Type of				SERIAL NUMBER
Type of	Semiauto	Revolver	Single Shot	Other:
Handgun:	Semiauto	Revolver	Single Shot	Other:
Handgun:
MAKE (As stamped on firearm)		MODEL (3032 Tomcat, KP95, 17C, etc.)		CALIBER HANDGUN ORIGIN (U.S., Italy, China, etc.) BARREL LENGTH
					IN.
					CM.
DATE ACQUIRED		ACQUIRED FROM:		HOW POSSESSION WAS OBTAINED:	COLOR

Day

C. Declaration

I declare under penalty of perjury (Sections 126 and 672 PC) that all statements made by me on this application are true and complete. I expressly authorize DOJ to perform firearms eligibility checks of all relevant state and federal databases, including the National Instant Criminal Background Check System. I also understand that if I currently possess/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

INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE

FD 4544A (10/04)

California Department of Justice

BUREAU OF Firearms

INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPORT OF OPERATION OF LAW

OR INTRA-FAMILIAL HANDGUN TRANSACTION

Submission Requirements

Individuals must submit this application with a fee of $19 in the form of a check or money order made payable to the Department of Justice, for 1 or more handguns, to:

Department of Justice

BUREAU OF Firearms - OL

P.O. Box 820200

Sacramento, CA 94203-0200

Complete all required information. Incomplete applications will be returned without processing. If reporting more than three handguns, make and attach extra copies of this form to meet your reporting needs. 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. Do not report long guns using this form. If you wish to voluntarily report ownership of long guns, use the Department of Justice Firearm Ownership Report form available at www.ag.ca.gov/firearms, or by calling (916) 263-4887.

This form may not be used to report ownership of assault weapons defined in PC section 12276, 12276.1, or 12276.5. 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 Firearms Division website at www.ag.ca.gov/firearms.

Part A. Owner Information

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

Part B. Handgun Information

For each handgun, you must provide the identification information requested. Please refer to your handgun owner information or the samples below to assist you in providing the required information:

Serial Number

Make

Model

Caliber

Handgun Origin

Barrel Length

Usually located on the frame of the handgun. May be all numeric or a combination of alpha and numeric characters.

The manufacturer of the handgun (e.g., Beretta, Ruger, Glock, Smith and Wesson).

The model name of the handgun (e.g., 3032 Tomcat, KP95, 17C, Mini 14).

The caliber of the handgun (e.g., .38, .45, .308).

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

Enter the barrel length as stated in your owner information, or measure the barrel length by closing the action of the handgun 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.

Acquired From	Enter the name of the person from whom you obtained possession of the handgun.
How Possession	Enter the condition under which you obtained the handgun (i.e. as an executor of an
was Obtained	estate, as a trustee in bankruptcy, as a secured creditor).

Part C. Declaration

You must sign and date the application.

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