California sues Polymaker over marketing to 3D-printed gun community

San Diego County filed a civil lawsuit against filament maker Polymaker, alleging it marketed its products to the 3D-printed gun community. The suit seeks disgorgement of profits, civil penalties and injunctive relief, citing the company's hiring of YouTuber The 3D Print General.

• Lawsuit filed October 5, 2026 on behalf of the State of California
• Polymaker accused of turning PLA into a 'firearm precursor part'
• The 3D Print General is mentioned 65 times in the complaint
• Prosecutors seek disgorgement of profits and injunctive relief