🔍 What the Firearm Safety Certificate Test Is

The California Firearm Safety Test (FSC Test) is a legally required written exam you are required to take if you plan to purchase or receive a firearm in the state of California.

• 30-question multiple-choice/true & false 

• To pass, you must answer at least 23 questions correctly (75%)

Once you pass, you receive a Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) that is valid for 5 years.

 

⚖️ Why the FSC Test Is Required

The requirement exists to support public safety and responsible ownership. California has some of the most detailed firearm laws in the U.S. The test ensures you understand your responsibilities as a lawful gun owner. 

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🧾 Who Needs to Take It (and Who Doesn’t)
Those who are going to purchase a firearm in California
Those who are receiving a firearm transfer
 

Some people are exempt:
Active or honorably retired law enforcement
Certain military personnel
Individuals with valid concealed carry permits (CCW) in some cases
Those with specific firearm-related credentials

 

💰 Cost: $25.00

(you get 2 attempts at obtaining a passing score, 24 hours apart)

 

​📘 Study Guide

 

 

Location:

6130 Freeport Blvd, Suite 100i

Sacramento, Ca. 95822
 

Walk-ins Accepted 

Wednesday - Friday 12pm - 6pm

Saturday & Sunday by appointment only

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Retakes:

You are allowed one retake after waiting 24 hours.

If you fail a second time you are required to wait another 24 hours and pay additional fees to retake. 

 

🧠 Important Insight

The FSC test is not meant to be difficult—it’s meant to ensure baseline competency.

However, many people underestimate it and miss questions.

So, we also off the test for free with our Firearm Safety & Education class. 

 

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​🎯 Bottom Line

The California Firearm Safety Test exists to make sure before you take possession of a firearm, you:

Understand how it works
Know how to handle it safely
Are aware of the laws and consequences

It’s the state’s way of ensuring that firearm ownership starts with education, not assumption.