"The rise of ghost guns is a significant threat to the safety and security of our communities," said San Bernardino County Sheriff Shannon Dicus, highlighting the severe implications of untraceable firearms on public safety.
Lacking serial numbers, ghost guns trouble law enforcement as they cannot be traced back through databases, making it difficult to link them to suspects or previous crimes.
Despite aggressive enforcement tactics leading to a decrease in ghost guns linked to crimes statewide, officials recognize that the threat of these untraceable firearms continues to grow.
A state law signed in 2022 by Gov. Gavin Newsom banning the sale of unserialized firearm parts illustrates California's proactive approach to combat ghost gun proliferation amidst ongoing legal challenges.
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