Is there a legal cap on ammo stored?

[stix213]

Be careful how much and where you live this guy got 72hr mental health detainment for his ammo quantity, which could possibily lead into becoming a prohibited person.
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Swinging at the firefighters is obviously the real trigger here for this guy getting the 72hr detainment. And I'm all for gun rights, but 1 million rounds is OCD territory. This guy should probably rent out some place that isn't in a residential neighborhood if he wants to store that quantity of powder and ammo, since he certainly doesn't understand fire safety.

[D.M.C.]

I didn't take the 36,001 as a joke. I just saw no cited evidence and wrote it off as BS/FUD. This is a resource forum, and you can complain like the classic bad joker that "you were only kidding', but until you make it clear it was a joke, there's going to be some people who take it seriously because they came here for serious answers. And if the reactions to Barkoff in another thread are any indication of acceptable CGF behavior, you should grow some thicker skin when people call you on it. ;-)

[YubaRiver]

Swinging at the firefighters is obviously the real trigger here for this guy getting the 72hr detainment. And I'm all for gun rights, but 1 million rounds is OCD territory. This guy should probably rent out some place that isn't in a residential neighborhood if he wants to store that quantity of powder and ammo, since he certainly doesn't understand fire safety.

What extra fire hazard?

http://www.saami.org/specifications_and_information/publications/index.cfm#4

[Joe]

36K?? I have just much in 22lr alone..............

How does it feel to be an idol?

[Blood Ocean]

I have one million rounds...

[tombinghamthegreat]

I have heard the 10K round thing also. It was not stated as a hard cap but if you go over the 10K cap you need an Arsenal permit. So along that train of thought what would be considered an arsenal?

FUD

[Cokebottle]

I have heard the 10K round thing also. It was not stated as a hard cap but if you go over the 10K cap you need an Arsenal permit. So along that train of thought what would be considered an arsenal?

Define Arsenal per CA law please? The only time I ever hear "Arsenal" is when the media reports that someone has their collection taken by law enforcment. The term is "Arsenal" or "Weapons Cache". So what defines that? I've look through the laws and I don't recall seeing anything that defines an Arsenal.

+1

"Arsenal" would refer to weapons storage.
"Magazine" would refer to ordnance storage.

[thebronze]

Damn! Who needs 1 5.56 round?

DUDE! WHERE'S YOUR SMILEY?

[turbosbox]

DUDE! WHERE'S YOUR SMILEY?

How's that? I thought the 5.56 comment was funny. I also caught the joke on 36001. I agree, lighten up a bit, but also good manners to put a smiley or j/k for those of us feeling comedy challenged.
There could be a need for one for use in your display:


Does this require a smiley?

Edit: oops, I might have committed that other forum sin of disclaimer: Not my pic... I do NOT own a .50cal which could be illegal in CA

[Gunman]

I was able to find the following links from the California Department of Industrial Relations. Some limitations on amounts are placed on storage of primers and powder but no limitations are listed for small arms ammunition.

I haven't found anything specific for California residences. Your mileage may also vary due to local regulations, including your home owner's association.

Ammunition:

http://www.dir.ca.gov/title8/5371.html

Primers:

http://www.dir.ca.gov/title8/5374.html

Smokeless Powder:

http://www.dir.ca.gov/title8/5372.html

Black Powder:

http://www.dir.ca.gov/title8/5373.html

[-hanko]

I didn't take the 36,001 as a joke. I just saw no cited evidence and wrote it off as BS/FUD. This is a resource forum, and you can complain like the classic bad joker that "you were only kidding', but until you make it clear it was a joke, there's going to be some people who take it seriously because they came here for serious answers. And if the reactions to Barkoff in another thread are any indication of acceptable CGF behavior, you should grow some thicker skin when people call you on it. ;-)

In context, it was obviously a joke.

Barkoff's issue has nothing to do with the ammo limit.

CGF members MAY have posted opinions on the Barkoff thread, but they were clear to state that they posted their personal views, and did not speak for the CGF in that thread.

Barkoff, imo, did not deserve what he received on that thread.

We're posting on Calguns.net, CGF is an entirely different animal.

Indeed, posting on the web requires a thick hide. As well as a minimal sense of humor. People who take it seriously (as well as those who don't) need a second or third source if they're looking for LEGAL info...do you really think the web is the place to get legal or medical advice you want to stake your freedom or life on??

Actually, a cop who knows a gunsmith who has 3 cousins posting here is for sure the limit is 36,002...absolute maximum.

-hanko

[gazzavc]

No , you're all wrong.

The official answer is 7

Any more than that and you should send it to the following address:

"Where has all the ammo gone"
Behind the hot water tank,
3rd Washroom Along
Union Station
Los Angeles
CA 90010

Oh , and almost forgot..

[thayne]

In context, it was obviously a joke.

Barkoff's issue has nothing to do with the ammo limit.

CGF members MAY have posted opinions on the Barkoff thread, but they were clear to state that they posted their personal views, and did not speak for the CGF in that thread.

Barkoff, imo, did not deserve what he received on that thread.

We're posting on Calguns.net, CGF is an entirely different animal.

Indeed, posting on the web requires a thick hide. As well as a minimal sense of humor. People who take it seriously (as well as those who don't) need a second or third source if they're looking for LEGAL info...do you really think the web is the place to get legal or medical advice you want to stake your freedom or life on??

Actually, a cop who knows a gunsmith who has 3 cousins posting here is for sure the limit is 36,002...absolute maximum.

-hanko

I took it as a joke.

[Meplat]

The black powder is the only thing mentioned that was dangerous and/or illegal. Fixed ammunition cooking off is only dangerous for a few (4 or 5) feet, and even then injuries are minor. If the BP was stored right it was not a problem. Big deal. BTW, in the video I didn't see any attempt being made to put out the fire. Ain't government wonderful, I'm usually a big fan of firemen, they usually take all the risks and more that LEOs get credit for.

Be careful how much and where you live this guy got 72hr mental health detainment for his ammo quantity, which could possibily lead into becoming a prohibited person.
source

[Kiba]

While the state requirements for powder storage & quantities have been covered nobody has mentioned that many homeowners insurance policies place a limit on the amount of ammo and reloading components you can have; exceed that number and they can deny coverage in the event of a claim. It was brought up here before in a thread over a year ago. Granted, you would probably have to file a claim and then the investigator would have to find your ammo before they would deny a claim--but it's worth mentioning.

Also worth mentioning is that many homeowners policies have a cap on maximum reimbursement value for firearms after a loss. Check with your carrier...