Under AB 1968, how often can a client request a hearing to show safe firearm use?

• A. Every year
• B. Every 5 years
• C. Every 2 years
• D. Every 10 years

Answer: (B)

AB 1968 establishes a process for someone who has a firearm prohibition to petition a hearing to demonstrate they can use firearms safely. The statute sets a five-year interval for when that request can be made, providing a regular, predictable opportunity to reevaluate safety and fitness to possess firearms. At the hearing, the person presents evidence of safe handling, training, and compliance with safety requirements, and the court decides whether the restriction should be terminated or modified. This five-year cadence balances public safety with the possibility of restoring rights if circumstances have changed. The other intervals aren’t what AB 1968 specifies, so the five-year timing is the correct standard.