Encinitas Gun Exchange, Safety Event Planned: City, Sheriff Have Gift Cards For You

ENCINITAS, CA — The city of Encinitas and the San Diego County Sheriff's Department are joining forces in July to help residents get unwanted guns off the streets.

On Saturday, July 26, between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m., residents can come to the Encinitas City Hall, located at 505 South Vulcan Avenue, and turn in both handguns and assault rifles, no questions asked.

"This is a gun safety event, and we will be distributing free gun cable locks while supplies last," a spokesperson for the event said.

Here's what to do when you get there:

• Guns must be in working order to be collected.
• Place the UNLOADED gun in the trunk of your vehicle.
• Follow the deputy's instructions upon your arrival.
• ALL weapons collected will be destroyed.

In exchange for turning in your weapon, the city and sheriff's department will hand out a gift card valued at $100 for handguns, rifles and shotguns. A $200 gift card will be given for assault weapons, according to the city.