WildBill, I have looked at California laws concerning this matter. Section 12050 of their penal code defines stun guns (what you refer to as "zappers") as specifically excluding tasers. Clearly tasers and stun guns are different, according to California law, but is a taser a firearm? As written, their definition of firearm would seem to exclude the taser, because in Section 12001(a)(1):WildBill wrote:Please be aware that the CA laws applying to tasers are stricter than for electronic "zappers." Carrying a concealed taser is illegal the same as a handgun.
A taser cartridge's darts are propelled by depressurizing inert gas; no combustion or chemical change occurs. Furthermore, a taser does not have a barrel.Kommiefornianazis wrote: the terms "pistol," "revolver," and "firearm capable of being concealed upon the person" shall apply to and include any device designed to be used as a weapon, from which is expelled a projectile by the force of any explosion, or other form of combustion, and that has a barrel less than 16 inches in length.
Apparently, the California attorney general has not issued an opinion, yet the manufacturer claims they are legal to carry. I have to wonder if this is an instance where you may be able to beat the rap, but not the ride.
If you know where I am overlooking something, I am interested.
