Laboratories Certified to Test Firearms Safety Devices

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Pursuant to California Penal Code sections 23620 and 23625, effective January 1, 2002, no firearm may be sold, manufactured, or transferred in California unless that firearm is accompanied by a DOJ-approved firearms safety device. The following laboratories are currently certified by the Department of Justice to test firearms safety devices for safety/functionality related to this requirement.

  • National Technical Systems
    7447 W. 33rd Street N.
    Wichita, KS 67205
    (316) 832-1600
  • Professional Analysis and Consulting, Inc.
    4951 Indiana Ave, # 600
    Lisle , IL 60532
    (630) 466-4040

To obtain an application for Firearms Safety Device Laboratory Certification, please email the Bureau of Firearms at bofroster@doj.ca.gov