3. California & Wyoming
| California | Wyoming | |
| Universal Background Check: | A background check is required for all sales | None |
| Waiting Period: | 10 days, up to 30 days pursuant to DOJ approval | None |
| Gun Bans: | Large capacity magazines and “assault weapons” | None |
| Capacity Limit: | 10 Rounds | None |
| Conceal Carry: | May Issue (to residents only) | Constitutional Carry (for residents only) |
| Open Carry: | No open carry under any circumstance (loaded or unloaded) | Yes |
| Self-Defense: | Stand your ground law | Stand Your Ground Law |
| Governor: | Democrat | Republican |
| State Legislature: | Democrat Control | Republican Control |
