Laboratories Certified to Test Firearms Safety Devices
Pursuant to California Penal Code section 12087, et seq., effective January 1, 2002, no firearm may be sold, manufactured, or transferred in California unless that firearm is accompanied by a DOJ-approved firearms safety device. The following laboratories are currently certified by the Department of Justice to test firearms safety devices for safety/functionality related to this requirement.
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United States Test Laboratory 7477 W. 33rd Street N. Wichita, KS 67205 Phone: (316) 832-1600
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Packer Engineering, Inc. 1950 North Washington St. Naperville, IL 60563 Phone: (630) 505-5722
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Intertek Testing Services 3933 US Route 11 Cortland, NY 13045 Phone: (607) 753-6711
If you are interested in becoming a Certified Firearms Safety Device Laboratory, the Application for Firearms Safety Device Laboratory Certification can be obtained by contacting the Bureau of Firearms at (916) 263-4887.