Glock Lawsuit 2026, What Californians Need to Know About Eligibility, Claims, and Deadlines
Multiple Glock lawsuits are progressing through U.S. courts in early 2026, including a California class action alleging chamber defects make pistols unreasonably dangerous, and separate state lawsuits claiming Glock handguns can be easily converted into illegal machine guns. California consumers who purchased Glock pistols face an April 20, 2026 deadline to opt out of the Johnson v. Glock class action, while other states pursue enforcement actions against the manufacturer.
What Is the Johnson v. Glock Lawsuit About?
The California class action, formally known as Johnson v. Glock, Inc., Case No. 3:20-cv-08807-WHO, alleges that Glock pistol chambers contain a design defect that renders certain models unreasonably dangerous and unfit for their intended use.
According to court filings filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, the lawsuit targets specific Glock pistol calibers. Plaintiffs claim the chamber design causes safety issues that Glock failed to disclose to consumers at the time of purchase.
The lawsuit alleges violations of California consumer protection laws, failure to disclose material information, unfair business practices, and false advertising. Plaintiffs argue they overpaid for Glock pistols because the company concealed the alleged chamber defects from California buyers.
Who Is Eligible for the California Glock Lawsuit?
You are a class member if you purchased any Glock pistol designed to shoot these calibers in California: 10mm, 40 S&W, 9mm, 45 ACP, 45 GAP, .380, or .357 Sig.
Class membership requires you to be an individual consumer, not a business entity or governmental agency. The class includes California residents who bought qualifying Glock pistols since the models were introduced into commerce by the defendants.
If you fall into this category, your legal rights are affected by the Johnson v. Glock lawsuit, even if you take no action.
What the Glock Switch Lawsuits Allege
Separate from the California consumer class action, multiple state attorneys general filed lawsuits in 2024 and 2025 alleging Glock manufactures pistols that can be easily converted into illegal machine guns using a device known as a “Glock switch.”
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison filed suit in December 2024, claiming Glock knows its handguns can be converted to full-automatic fire with a quarter-sized plastic device. According to court documents, Minnesota prevailed against Glock’s motion to dismiss on August 21, 2025, allowing the case to proceed.
Chicago filed a similar lawsuit in March 2024, alleging Glock deliberately designed pistols to accept auto sears without additional engineering or machining. The city claims over 1,300 modified Glocks were recovered by Chicago police between 2021 and May 2024.
New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin filed suit in December 2024. A Superior Court judge rejected Glock’s motion to dismiss on October 14, 2025, allowing New Jersey’s case to continue.
California’s Glock Ban and Legal Challenges
In October 2025, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 1127, banning the sale of “semiautomatic machine-gun convertible pistols” effective July 1, 2026.
The law prohibits licensed firearms dealers from selling any semiautomatic pistol with a cruciform trigger bar that can be readily converted into a machine gun by installing a pistol converter as a replacement for the slide’s backplate.
The National Rifle Association, Firearms Policy Coalition, and Second Amendment Foundation filed a lawsuit on October 13, 2025, challenging the ban. The case, Jaymes v. Bonta, argues California’s Glock ban violates the Second Amendment by prohibiting common firearms.
Critical Deadline for California Consumers: April 20, 2026
If you are a class member in Johnson v. Glock, you have until April 20, 2026 to decide whether to stay in the lawsuit or exclude yourself.
Staying in the class means you will be bound by all court orders and judgments, whether favorable or not. If money or benefits are obtained from Glock, you will be notified about how to receive your share. However, you cannot separately sue Glock for the claims at issue in this lawsuit.
Excluding yourself means you will not receive any money or benefits if they become available, but you retain the right to pursue your own legal claims against Glock independently.
To exclude yourself, you must fill out and submit an “Exclusion Request” through the official settlement website or by mail, postmarked by April 20, 2026.
No Settlement or Trial Date Yet
As of January 2026, the Johnson v. Glock lawsuit has not reached a settlement. The trial has not been scheduled.
According to official court notices, there is no guarantee the plaintiff will win at trial or that class members will receive any money. The plaintiff must prove their legal claims against Glock at trial.
Glock denies all allegations in the lawsuit and maintains that the chamber design does not render its pistols unreasonably dangerous or unfit for their intended use.
What Happens Next in the Glock Litigation
The Johnson v. Glock case will proceed to trial unless the parties reach a settlement agreement. Discovery and pretrial motions continue in federal court.
Meanwhile, the state lawsuits alleging Glock switch conversion issues are advancing through courts in Minnesota, New Jersey, and Illinois. These cases involve different legal claims than the California consumer class action.
California’s July 1, 2026 Glock ban faces constitutional challenges in federal court. The outcome of Jaymes v. Bonta could determine whether the law takes effect as scheduled.
Should You Consult a Lawyer?
If you purchased a Glock pistol in California and are concerned about your rights in the Johnson v. Glock lawsuit, consider consulting a class action attorney before the April 20, 2026 exclusion deadline.
An attorney can explain whether staying in the class or opting out better serves your interests based on your specific circumstances. Legal advice is particularly important if you experienced safety issues with your Glock pistol or suffered injuries.
For questions about the California Glock ban or Second Amendment challenges, firearms law attorneys can provide guidance on how AB 1127 may affect your ability to purchase or own Glock pistols after July 1, 2026.
Official Resources and Information
The official Johnson v. Glock class action website is glockclassaction.com, where California consumers can find detailed information about eligibility, exclusion procedures, and case updates.
Court documents for the various Glock lawsuits are available through PACER (Public Access to Court Electronic Records) for federal cases and state court websites for state enforcement actions.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Glock Lawsuit
What is the Glock lawsuit about?
The Johnson v. Glock lawsuit alleges that Glock pistol chambers contain design defects that make certain models unreasonably dangerous and unfit for their intended use. Separate lawsuits in Minnesota, New Jersey, and Chicago claim Glock pistols can be easily converted into illegal machine guns using “Glock switches.”
Who is eligible for the California Glock class action?
Individual consumers who purchased Glock pistols in California designed to shoot 10mm, 40 S&W, 9mm, 45 ACP, 45 GAP, .380, or .357 Sig calibers are class members. Business entities and governmental agencies are not included in the class.
How many consumers are affected by the Glock lawsuit?
The Johnson v. Glock lawsuit does not specify an exact number of affected consumers, but the class includes all individual California purchasers of qualifying Glock pistol models since they were introduced into commerce by the defendants.
What are the specific allegations in the Johnson v. Glock case?
Plaintiffs allege the chamber design in certain Glock pistols renders them unreasonably dangerous and unfit for their intended use. The lawsuit claims violations of California consumer protection laws, failure to disclose material information, unfair business practices, and false advertising.
How do I check if I’m eligible for the Glock lawsuit?
Visit the official settlement website at glockclassaction.com to review class membership requirements. You are eligible if you are an individual consumer who purchased a qualifying Glock pistol in California designed to shoot 10mm, 40 S&W, 9mm, 45 ACP, 45 GAP, .380, or .357 Sig.
What is the deadline to exclude myself from the Glock class action?
The deadline to exclude yourself from the Johnson v. Glock lawsuit is April 20, 2026. You must submit an Exclusion Request through the settlement website or by mail postmarked by this date to opt out of the class.
Where can I find official information about the Glock lawsuit?
Official information about the Johnson v. Glock class action is available at glockclassaction.com. Court documents can be accessed through PACER for federal cases or state court websites for state enforcement actions.
Last Updated: January 31, 2026
Disclaimer: This article provides general information about the Glock lawsuit based on court filings and official notices. It is not legal advice. For specific questions about your eligibility or legal rights, consult a qualified attorney.
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