There are two other things I didn't mention in my previous post.

First is that the Handgun Safety Certificate isn't that big of a deal. It costs $25, is good for 5 years, and any place that sells handguns is required to give the test. It just takes a few minutes for a few pretty easy questions and a quicker handling test. Turner's Outdoorsman is a suprisingly good resource for this stuff. http://www.turners.com/engage/video_study_guide.php is a video guide and http://www.turners.com/engage/faq.php#a is a general faq to California gun ownership. I applaud them for making things as easy and clear for California shooters.

Second, and most importantly, I really hope things work out for them and your daughter remains safe. Mostly that it happens without either of them ever needing a gun.