Gun Safety Event - Vista 

October 11, 2026 – San Diego County Sheriff's Office officials announce that they are partnering with the San Diego County District Attorney's Office, Oceanside Police Department and City of Vista to get unwanted guns off our streets. 

Join us for a Gun Safety Event on:

Sunday, October 18
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Vista Sheriff's Station
325 South Melrose Drive, Vista

Turn in your unwanted gun and receive a gift card ($100 for handguns, rifles and shotguns and $200 for assault weapons). 

Free gun locks will also be available while supplies last. 

Remain anonymous. No questions asked.

Firearms must be in working order.

Place the unloaded firearm in the trunk of your vehicle.

A deputy or officer will provide instructions.

All weapons collected will be destroyed.

View larger PDF here.

Source: San Diego County Sheriff's Office