California DOJ Releases 2024 Armed and Prohibited Persons System Report
The California Department of Justice (DOJ) has released its 2024 annual report on the Armed and Prohibited Persons System (APPS), highlighting significant statistics on firearm ownership and possession within the state. According to the report, 142,512 individuals became first-time firearm owners in California in 2024, contributing to a total of 3,633,975 Californians known to be in possession of one or more firearms.
The APPS is designed to identify and disarm individuals who are prohibited from owning or possessing firearms under state law. The report underscores the DOJ's ongoing efforts to ensure public safety by monitoring and managing the database of armed and prohibited persons. This year's data reflects a continued trend of increasing first-time firearm ownership, which raises concerns about the potential risks associated with firearms in the wrong hands.
The DOJ's efforts to track and manage firearm ownership are part of a broader initiative to reduce gun violence and enhance public safety across California. The report also details the enforcement activities carried out by the DOJ's Bureau of Firearms, including the removal of firearms from prohibited individuals and the prevention of illegal firearm transactions.
This annual report serves as a critical tool for policymakers, law enforcement agencies, and the public to understand the scope of firearm ownership and the challenges associated with managing the Armed and Prohibited Persons System. It highlights the need for continued vigilance and robust measures to keep firearms out of the hands of those who are legally barred from possessing them.
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