Sam Paredes

Gun Owners of California

Guest

Executive director of Gun Owners of California; former gun manufacturer and director of the California Enterprise Zone Program under Governors Wilson and Deukmejian

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Gun magazines holding more than 10 rounds can't be manufactured in California. It's illegal to sell them or bring them into the state, but possession is not prohibited.

Can LA Politicians Reduce Gun Violence?

Gun magazines holding more than 10 rounds can't be manufactured in California. It's illegal to sell them or bring them into the state, but possession is not prohibited.

from Which Way, L.A.?

In 42 states, it's now legal to openly carry a handgun. In all but two of them, the gun can be loaded.

Governor Brown Signs California 'Open Carry' Ban

In 42 states, it's now legal to openly carry a handgun. In all but two of them, the gun can be loaded.

from Which Way, L.A.?

A high school and a middle school in Woodland Hills were locked down today after a  school policeman was shot  and a manhunt got under way for man described as possibly in his 40's.

Gun Control in the Wake of Tucson, Gardena High Shootings

A high school and a middle school in Woodland Hills were locked down today after a school policeman was shot and a manhunt got under way for man described as possibly in his 40's.

from Which Way, L.A.?

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