Assembly Bill 263, authored by Assemblyman Mike Gipson, proposes stricter regulation of ‘ghost guns,’ or unserialized and untraceable firearms. The measure has moved to the Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk for consideration.

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By Antonio‌ ‌Ray‌ ‌Harvey‌

Contributing Writer

SACRAMENTO — Both the state Assembly and Senate voted this month to advance Assembly Bill1263, authored by Assemblyman Mike Gipson, D-Gardena, a member of the California Legislative Black Caucus.

The bill seeks to tighten oversight of privately manufactured firearms — those made without serial numbers — by holding individuals who help produce them legally liable.

AB 1263 has now moved to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk for his approval or veto.

On Sept. 12 the Assembly voted 62-13 in favor of the legisl

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