California Department of Justice Handgun Safety Certificate Program Handgun Safety is the Law in California. Every handgun owner should understand and follow handgun safety practices, have a basic familiarity with the operation and handling of his/her handgun, and be fully aware of the responsibility of handgun ownership. Pursuant to Penal Code section 12071 (b) any person who acquires a handgun must have a Handgun Safety Certificate (HSC) unless they are exempt from the HSC requirement. In order to obtain an HSC a person must pass a Department of Justice (DOJ) written test on handgun safety. We Instruct the following: Gun Safety Rules Handguns and Children Handgun Operation Handgun Ownership Firearms Laws HSC classes are on an as need basis, please call to set up a time to take the class. The cost of this class is $25.00 per person. Information@coachellaValleySecurity.com