teedubbya wrote:They don't always take minutes. They very often take days. Mine took almost two weeks. Just google nics delays
Cali uses CLETS (CA law enforcement telecommunication system).
Minutes. Most of that time is entering the full name and date of birth; then if multiple entries come up, figuring out which one it is by matching the DL and address.
CLETS shows wants/warrants, restraining orders, probation or parole, driving record, any registered guns you own and where you bought them, and a few other reports.
Obviously gun purchases have to be run federally, or felons would move to another state and buy a gun illegally. I'm sure that if CA can come up with a system that works quickly the feds can, too. In any case... I think anywhere from 3-5 days is not unreasonable. 10 days, as CA has, is excessive in my opinion.
And I disagree with Victor. I am in favor of checks, but
timely checks. There is nothing wrong with ensuring you are not selling a gun to a felon or a nut.