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DV-800-INFO/JV-270-INFO How Do I Turn In, Sell, or Store My Firearms,  

Firearm Parts, and Ammunition?

What do I need to turn in, sell, or store?
You must turn in, sell, or store all of the following 
prohibited items that you have or own:

• Firearms, including any handgun, rifle, shotgun, 

and assault weapon;

• Firearm parts includes any receiver, frame, 

unfinished receiver, or unfinished frame (also 
called  “ghost guns”); and

• Ammunition, including bullets, shells, cartridges, 

and clips.

How do I properly turn in, sell, or store the 
prohibited items?

You must take them to: 
• Law enforcement, who will accept all prohibited 

items for safekeeping or to destroy,

or

• A licensed gun dealer, who can buy or store your 
firearms. If you have firearm parts or ammunition, 
call ahead for more information.

When do I turn in, sell, or store prohibited 
items?
Immediately, if law enforcement asks you to. 
Otherwise, within 24 hours of being served, or told by a 
judge to do so. 

Can I give my prohibited items to family or 
friends?
No, only to law enforcement or a licensed gun dealer. 
You cannot give your prohibited items to a family 
member, friend, or anyone else.

Do I have to pay a fee to store prohibited 
items?
You may have to pay a fee. Contact law enforcement or 
a licensed gun dealer about fees and whether they have 
space to store your items. 

How do I take prohibited items to law 
enforcement?
Call your local law enforcement agency to ask about 
their procedures. They will give you specific 
instructions, like making sure your firearms are 
unloaded and in the trunk of the car. Take a copy of the 
restraining order with you. Do not bring your firearms 
to court.

If I turn in my firearms to law enforcement, 
how long will they keep them?

It depends. There are procedures for getting your 
firearms back after a restraining order expires. Ask the 
law enforcement agency. 

After I give my firearms to law 
enforcement, can I change my mind?
Yes. You are allowed to make one sale through a 
licensed gun dealer. To do this, a licensed gun dealer 
must present a bill of sale to your local law enforcement 
agency. The law enforcement agency will give the 
licensed gun dealer the firearms you are selling.

How do I prove to the judge that I have 
complied with (obeyed) the orders?

1  Bring a copy of form DV-800/JV-270, Receipt for 
Firearms, Firearm Parts, and Ammunition, with 
you, and ask the dealer or officer to complete and 
sign the form. 

2 File form DV-800/JV-270 with the court. Make 

sure you get two copies. All receipts must be filed 
with the court within 48 hours from the time you 
were served with the restraining order, unless the 
judge gave you another deadline.

Judicial Council of California, 
Rev. January 1, 2023, Optional Form

How Do I Turn In, Sell, or Store My 
Firearms, Firearm Parts, and Ammunition? 

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DV-800-INFO/JV-270-INFO How Do I Turn In, Sell, or Store My Firearms,  

Firearm Parts, and Ammunition?

Do I need to bring a copy of the 
receipt to anyone besides the judge?

Yes, if:

u Law enforcement served you with the restraining 
order, you must give them a copy of your receipt 
(example: form DV-800/JV-270). If you don't know 
who served you with the restraining order, ask the 
court clerk for a copy of the proof of service form 
for the restraining order. The law enforcement 
agency is listed on that form. 

u You did not obey the order when you were 

supposed to, and the court notified law enforcement 
or a prosecuting attorney. (Tip: Look at forms 
DV-110, DV-130, or DV-820 to see if the court 
notified another agency. If the court did, give a copy 
of the receipt to the agencies listed on any of the 
forms).

Where can I find free help? 

Free legal help is available at your court's self-help 
center. Find your local court's self-help center at  
www.courts.ca.gov/selfhelp. Self-help center staff will 
not act as your lawyer but may be able to give you 
information to help you decide what to do in your case, 
and help you with the forms. Staff may also refer you 
to other agencies who may be able to help you.

More information on how to obey these 
orders is available online

https://selfhelp.courts.ca.gov/respond-to-DV-
restraining-order/obey-firearms-orders.

Rev. January 1, 2023

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