Can I modify my carry gun?

Can I Modify My Firearm’s Appearance? Yes, you can modify your gun’s appearance. However, when it comes to a court case regarding your firearm or your use of that firearm in self-defense, everything can and will be used against you — including any modifications to your firearm’s appearance.

Can I modify my CCW gun in California?

FIREARM MODIFICATIONS Modifications are allowed for approved CCW listed handguns so long as the gun and all parts/modifications are legal in the State of California. All firearms/modifications must be inspected at the time of training to ensure the weapon is in safe working order.

What is a modified trigger?

A gun trigger so adjusted as to permit the firearm to be fired by very slight pressure. Immediately responsive to the slightest stimulus (a hair-trigger temper).

Should I change the trigger on my carry gun?

Any modification to the tolerances of the firearm’s components could cause it to malfunction, wear and fail prematurely, or even fire when not intended. For this reason, it is STRONGLY suggested that this type of modification not be done to your EDC firearm.

Are trigger mods illegal?

No, trigger mods are not illegal. In a ‘righteous’ shoot, the mods should make no difference, but you never know what an unscrupulous prosecutor might use to try to sway a jury, or what a judge might allow. The bigger risk is more likely to be in a civil action.

Should you change the trigger on a carry gun?

For this reason, it is STRONGLY suggested that this type of modification not be done to your EDC firearm. One can also change the way a trigger feels by changing trigger spring weights. But doing this can affect how hard the primer is struck causing reliability issues.

How often do you have to renew a CCW in California?

every two years
You need to renew it every two years. You can sign up for the four hour renewal course online.