PC 20170

PC 20170

Offense

Display / expose imitation firearm (1st-2nd offense, infraction; 3rd – 6m misd)

Aggravated Felony (AF)

Not an AF

Crime Involving Moral Turpitude (CIMT)

Should not be CIMT. Compare it to 417.4, which requires exhibiting a firearm in a threatening manner and a victim is reasonably in fear, whereas 20170 requires display alone.

Other Removal Grounds

Should not be deportable firearms offense.  See 417.4

Advice and Comments

PC 21070

Safer alternative is to negotiate for simple possession of a weapon (PC 21310, etc.).

2026-04-03T15:55:47+00:00Updated April 3rd, 2026|