Agreed. The fact "California gun control laws are among the most restrictive in the country" is just more proof that "when guns are outlawed, only outlaws have guns". This tragedy is another instance of where criminals know they are safe because gun laws are so strict they know no one will have a gun to oppose them.Had he known there were armed people inside, there's a good chance he wouldn't have gone in at all. It's called "deterrence"...
However, California gun control laws are among the most restrictive in the country, with a 10-day waiting period and limits on who may own a firearm. For instance, rifles may not be shorter than 16 inches and prospective handgun buyers must have a valid Handgun Safety Certificate. Make sure you study the law in California before purchasing a firearm, as violation of the state's gun laws can lead to felony charges. - See more at: http://statelaws.findlaw.com/california-law/california-gun-control-laws.html