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if i loan a pistol to my father do I just need to give him a note in writing stating that i'm loaning a gun to him?
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"I will not fear, fear is the mind killer... I will face my fear and let it pass through me, only I will remain." Bene Gesserit training -
No note is needed.
12078(d)(2) PC specifies the lending must be infrequent, limited to a 30 day period, and between parties known to each other.
The lendee must also be holder of a valid HSC card. [One should ensure it doesn't expire during the lending period.] It also goes without saying he can't be a 'prohibited person' (wifebeater, felon, violent misdemeanant, etc.)
Also, since such a lent gun is not DROSed to lendee, if he were popped for (illegal, non-permitted) CCW the likely charge would be a felony and not a misdemeanor.
Assault weapons cannot be 'lent' as above, and 'lending' of AWs means use by another party under immediate presence/supervision of registered AW owner.
Bill Wiese
San Jose, CA
CGF Board Member / NRA Benefactor Life Member / CRPA life member
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