Chula Vista, CA, December 11, 2025
The San Diego County Sheriff’s Office is organizing a gun buyback event on December 13, 2025, in Chula Vista. Residents can trade in unwanted firearms anonymously for gift cards, promoting public safety by reducing firearms in the community. The event will be held at the South Bay Superior Court, allowing participants to receive $100 or $200 gift cards depending on the type of weapon turned in. Free firearm safety supplies will also be offered while supplies last.
San Diego County Hosts Gun Buyback Event in Chula Vista
Chula Vista, CA — This Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with the Chula Vista Police Department, National City Police Department, San Diego County District Attorney’s Office, and the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation Division of Adult Parole Operations, will hold a gun buyback event at the South Bay Superior Court, located at 500 Third Ave. in Chula Vista. Residents can anonymously trade in unwanted firearms for gift cards: $100 for handguns, rifles, and shotguns, and $200 for assault weapons. Free firearm lock boxes and trigger locks will also be available while supplies last. To participate, firearms must be unloaded, in working order, and placed in the trunk of a vehicle. A deputy or officer will provide further instructions upon arrival. All collected weapons will be destroyed to ensure they are not returned to circulation. This initiative aims to enhance public safety by reducing the number of firearms in the community. For more information, contact the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department at (858) 565-5200.
Background on Gun Buyback Programs in San Diego County
Gun buyback programs have been a recurring strategy in San Diego County to promote public safety by removing unwanted firearms from the streets. Previous events have seen significant participation, with residents turning in various types of firearms in exchange for gift cards. These initiatives are part of a broader effort by local law enforcement agencies to address gun violence and encourage responsible firearm ownership. The upcoming event in Chula Vista continues this commitment to community safety and aims to further reduce the presence of firearms in the area.
Local Impact and Community Participation
The impact of gun buyback events on community safety is notable in San Diego County. With local residents taking proactive steps to rid their homes of unwanted firearms, these initiatives foster a sense of collective responsibility. The program empowers individuals to participate in reducing gun violence while also promoting responsible firearm ownership. Encouraging participation without the stigma of public disclosure further illustrates the community’s willingness to make strides toward safety.
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FAQ
What is the purpose of the gun buyback event in Chula Vista?
The event aims to enhance public safety by allowing residents to anonymously trade in unwanted firearms for gift cards, thereby reducing the number of firearms in the community.
When and where is the gun buyback event taking place?
The event is scheduled for Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the South Bay Superior Court, located at 500 Third Ave. in Chula Vista, CA.
What types of firearms can be turned in, and what incentives are offered?
Residents can turn in handguns, rifles, shotguns, and assault weapons. In exchange, they will receive gift cards: $100 for handguns, rifles, and shotguns, and $200 for assault weapons. Free firearm lock boxes and trigger locks will also be available while supplies last.
How should firearms be prepared for the event?
Firearms must be unloaded, in working order, and placed in the trunk of a vehicle. Upon arrival, a deputy or officer will provide further instructions for the safe transfer of the firearm.
What happens to the firearms collected during the event?
All collected firearms will be destroyed to ensure they are not returned to circulation, thereby enhancing public safety by reducing the number of firearms in the community.
Key Features of the Gun Buyback Event
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Date and Time | Saturday, December 13, 2025, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. |
| Location | South Bay Superior Court, 500 Third Ave., Chula Vista, CA |
| Accepted Firearms | Handguns, rifles, shotguns, and assault weapons |
| Incentives | $100 gift card for handguns, rifles, and shotguns; $200 gift card for assault weapons; free firearm lock boxes and trigger locks while supplies last |
| Preparation Requirements | Firearms must be unloaded, in working order, and placed in the trunk of a vehicle |
| Disposition of Collected Firearms | All collected firearms will be destroyed to ensure they are not returned to circulation |
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