California AB1589 exempts certain agencies and peace officers from silencer restrictions.

California AB1589 amends Section 33415 of the Penal Code to exempt certain agencies and peace officers from silencer restrictions. Specifically, it allows agencies listed in Section 830.1, military or naval forces, and registered dealers to sell, possess, or manufacture silencers for official duties. It also permits full-time peace officers and level I reserve peace officers to possess silencers when on duty and authorized by their agency. Silencers must be owned by a law enforcement agency listed in Section 830.1.

California AB1589 exempts certain agencies and peace officers from silencer restrictions.

California AB1589 amends Section 33415 of the Penal Code to exempt certain agencies and peace officers from silencer restrictions. Specifically, it allows agencies listed in Section 830.1, military or naval forces, and registered dealers to sell, possess, or manufacture silencers for official duties. It also permits full-time peace officers and level I reserve peace officers to possess silencers when on duty and authorized by their agency. Silencers must be owned by a law enforcement agency listed in Section 830.1.