Firearms: California Do Not Sell List.

Senator Limón's proposal to establish a California Do Not Sell List would create a voluntary registry allowing state residents to temporarily restrict their ability to purchase firearms. Under the legislation, the Department of Justice must develop a process by November 2027 for individuals to add and remove their names from the list through local law enforcement agencies.

The registration process requires individuals to submit identifying information and a signed acknowledgment form to their county sheriff or municipal police department. Law enforcement must verify the person's identity and forward completed forms to the Department of Justice within three business days. While on the list, registrants cannot pass firearms eligibility checks for dealer sales or private-party transfers. Individuals may request removal from the list after 14 days, with the Department required to process valid removal requests within 21-30 days.

The bill mandates that all registration information remain confidential and separate from other Department records, with data destroyed within 30 days of removal from the list. Records are exempt from public disclosure requirements, and using the information for purposes beyond firearms eligibility checks constitutes a misdemeanor. The legislation explicitly prohibits requiring placement on the list as a condition of employment or receiving benefits or services.