California is a "may issue" state, which means that the sheriff can arbitrarily deny a handgun permit to you even if you meet all the objective criteria. As a result, in many cities, only the politically connected can get a permit. This lawsuit seeks to end such arbitrary discrimination.
http://www.calgunsfoundation.org/index.php/news/71-saf-calguns-challenge-arbitrary-denial-of-right-to-bear-arms-in-california
http://www.calgunsfoundation.org/index.php/news/71-saf-calguns-challenge-arbitrary-denial-of-right-to-bear-arms-in-california