Quote Originally Posted by UncleDave View Post
Sorry you are misinformed. The only time that this is a wobbling charge, one that can go either way is if there are aggravating circumstances. For instance an assault charge. Otherwise it is a simple misdemeanor that is easy to beat.

A far as kids in the house. When I was growing up in the 70-80's in the farming area of Solano everyone had guns, no one locked them up and kids knew not to touch them without dad's permission. That was a different world though. How old is your daughter? If old enough she should be doing training with mom. I started shooting at 5 years old. For home forget the trigger locks and get one of those biometric handgun safes. They are not more than $150. If you want to get the gun for her, have her go to one of the indoor ranges that rent guns and have her try out a selection. There are a number of good shops near there. Then once she is comfortable with one send her the money.
Remember we are talking about CA not CO. Their mentality is similar to the UK when it comes to guns. Use the gun in self defense and you are the criminal. EVERYTHING hinges on what county you live in.
The ownership of a gun is worlds apart from LA to San Bernadino to Fresno counties. In one cty you sign up for a CCW class and within 60 days (not incl 10 day wait) you have a ccw. In another don't waste you time.
The penalty while state mandated are then viewed by the DA who has your future in their hands.

There are down sides to a revolver, the biggest is round capacity. The up side is a revolver is a no brainer when it comes to operating it. Like that old camera ad. Point and Shoot. 5 rounds in a situation knowing how to use it trumps 7-17 rounds with too many oops factors.

Gun safety is universal, yet in CA your gun does not have a trigger lock and in safe storage, Jail Time, once again depending on what cty depends on how sever a penalty you receive. They cannot sell you a gun in CA unless you receive instruction on the proper use of a trigger lock

A good pepper streaming canister (not spray) such as the MK IV that is mfg in wyo produces a solid 20' + stream of slow down to stopping power. This might allow them to flee a scene safely. Great use in a home where children are. Out in the genpop 5-6 shot revolver is a great confidence enhancer for the less trained and comfort level shooter.
EVERYTHING will be determined by what the X feels comfortable with. Some women just don't like revolvers or pistols. Find out what works then go from there.