7 Shot, 2 Fatally, in San Jose Despite California's Strict Gun Laws

The latest violence comes despite the state's extensive gun control measures.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Despite California having some of the strictest gun control laws in the country, a shooting in San Jose on Sunday left 7 people injured, with 2 fatalities. The incident occurred just hours after another shooting in the city that left 5 people injured.

Why it matters

The shooting highlights the ongoing gun violence in California despite the state's extensive gun control measures, raising questions about the effectiveness of these laws in preventing such tragedies.

The details

In the first incident, two men were fatally shot at around 2:20 a.m. Sunday in the 100 block of Paseo de San Antonio. Later that night, just before 10:50 p.m., officers responded to an altercation and shooting in the area of North Market Street and West Santa Clara Street, where a total of five shooting victims were located, all of whom are expected to survive.

  • The first shooting occurred at around 2:20 a.m. on Sunday.
  • The second shooting took place just before 10:50 p.m. on the same day.

The players

Gavin Newsom

The Governor of California, who has championed strict gun control measures in the state.

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The takeaway

The San Jose shootings underscore the ongoing challenges California faces in addressing gun violence, despite having some of the strictest gun laws in the country. This incident raises questions about the effectiveness of the state's approach and the need for a more comprehensive strategy to tackle this persistent problem.