• Use a locking device ….

• Use a locking device that renders the firearm inoperable when not in use.

• Educate family members about gun safety and ensure children know not to touch unattended firearms.

Improper storage of firearms is not only dangerous—it can be criminal. Under California Penal Code §25100, a person may be charged with a crime if they keep a loaded firearm where a child is likely to gain access and cause injury or death.