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California vs Arizona

Side-by-side firearm law comparison — carry rights, magazine limits, waiting periods, and self-defense doctrines. Rows highlighted in teal are the ones where these states disagree.

Fact
CA
AZ
Concealed Carry
SHALL-ISSUE
CONSTITUTIONAL
Open Carry
PROHIBITED
PERMITTED
Permit to Purchase
NOT REQUIRED (FSC)
NOT REQUIRED
Assault Weapon Ban
YES
NO
Magazine Limit
10 ROUNDS
NO LIMIT
Waiting Period
10 DAYS
NONE
Universal BG Check
YES
NO
Red Flag Law (ERPO)
YES
NO
Castle Doctrine
YES
YES
Stand Your Ground
NO
YES

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