CA AB2907

Requires arresting officers in domestic violence cases to query firearm databases, interview the arrestee and victim about firearms, seize any weapons in plain sight, and document findings to provide to prosecutors for court consideration when issuing protective orders.

Expands firearm restrictions to criminal protective orders issued in domestic violence convictions by prohibiting restrained persons from owning, possessing, or purchasing firearms and requiring relinquishment within 24 hours through surrender to law enforcement or sale to a licensed dealer.

Increases maximum duration of restraining orders from 10 to 15 years for domestic violence convictions under Section 273.5 and allows modification or termination upon written petition by prosecutor, defendant, or victim with 15 days notice.

Creates Section 29825.5 establishing detailed procedures for firearm relinquishment including court-ordered surrender deadlines, storage fees, return of firearms upon order expiration, and limited exemptions for employed peace officers and security workers with court approval.

Imposes state-mandated local program costs on law enforcement for new firearm investigation and documentation duties in domestic violence arrests, with reimbursement provisions through state mandate procedures.