Any device that measurably diminishes noise when a firearm is discharged may be considered a firearms silencer. Under federal law, felony penalties apply to the unlicensed manufacture, transfer or possession of silencers and even a single silencer part. It is a felony for any person, firm, or corporation within California to possess any silencer for firearms. California allows the sale and possession of firearms silencers for law enforcement use only.

If you or someone you know has been arrested or is being prosecuted for possessing, buying or selling a silencer or silencer parts, call Anchor Criminal Defense for a free consultation.