Is the Benelli M4 collapsible stock legal in California?

Is the Benelli M4 collapsible stock legal in California?

So my thoughts are this: having a collapsible stock on your gun in California is illegal and is a violation of the California Assault Weapons Ban. A folding or telescoping stock. A pistol grip that protrudes conspicuously beneath the action of the weapon, thumbhole stock, or vertical handgrip.

Are Benelli M4 legal?

In short, federal law prohibits us from increasing the magazine capacity on our Benelli M4 shotguns from 5 rounds to any more than 5 rounds. The law also prohibits us from adding a collapsible stock. However, there is a way around this, as stated above and as defined by federal law and the ATF.

Are semi-auto shotguns legal in California?

Private sales of firearms must be done through a licensed dealer. Semi-automatic firearms that the state has classified as assault weapons; . 50 BMG caliber rifles; and large-capacity magazines (magazines that can hold more than ten rounds of ammunition) may not be sold in California.

Is the Benelli M4 reliable?

Tactical shotguns are favorites among the home-defense crowd, known for their reliable performance and ability to adapt to close quarters environments. And the Benelli M4 is no exception. This Italian 12-gauge has a reputation for being a solid autoloading shotgun with style, unlike most others.

Can you change the stock on a Benelli M4?

For customers and dealers who may not be aware, the stock on a Benelli M4 comes off the gun in a different way than a standard shotgun. The stock is then free to be unscrewed from the back of the receiver in one piece.

Is a Benelli M4 worth the money?

The Benelli M4 is an awesome shotgun. However, it’s a little too pricey and we think it falls short when compared to similar shotguns. An Italian tactical semi-auto shotgun? You can’t get enough shells in the gun to compete with other shotguns and you can’t increase the capacity on your own.

Can a civilian buy a Benelli M4 Le?

Benelli only sells the M4 with a fixed pistol grip-style tactical stock in the United States. However, the collapsible buttstock can be purchased by civilians in Canada.

Do I need a permit to buy a shotgun in California?

Currently, registration of rifles and shotguns is not required. However, this law may soon change. If any person seeks to know whether they can possess or purchase a firearm in California before a transfer is made, they may request a Personal Firearms Eligibility Check conducted by office of the Department of Justice.