Concealed Carry Weapon License Requirements: ^{must meet ALL requirements}

Completing the Application

California Penal Code sections 26150 and 26155 provide that a sheriff of a county or the chief or other head of a municipal police department of any city or city and county may issue a license to carry a pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person (CCW license). Penal Code section 26175 requires the Attorney General to prescribe a statewide standard application form for a CCW license.  Answering all the questions on the Application does not guarantee the issuance of a Concealed Weapon Permit. The determination whether to issue the license is at the discretion of the licensing authority. Pursuant to California Penal Code section 26160, each licensing authority will have a written policy summarizing their requirements for issuance of a Concealed Weapon Permit. In addition, prior to issuing a Concealed Weapon Permit, the California State Statutes require proof that:

• The applicant is of good moral character;
• The applicant meets residence requirements; and
• The course of training prescribed by the licensing authority has been completed.

The Application includes standardized questions to determine whether a Concealed Weapon Permit shall be issued.  The applicant will certify under penalty of perjury that all answers provided in the application are true and correct to the best of their knowledge and belief.  The applicant will also acknowledge that information disclosed on this application may be subject to public disclosure. Information provided in the application is subject to investigation and any false, dishonest, or incomplete answer to any question on the application may be grounds for denial or subsequent revocation of a Concealed Weapon Permit.  WARNING: IT IS A CRIME TO KNOWINGLY PROVIDE FALSE INFORMATION ON AN APPLICATION TO CARRY A CONCEALED WEAPON. 

DMV

Your home address must be current with the California DMV and you must be a resident of San Diego County.  We are required to check DMV’s database to ensure your home address is updated and current.  You cannot update your home address simply by registering a vehicle or updating your vehicle registration.  It can take over 72 hours for the DMV database to reflect the changes.  It is not required that your actual driver’s license reflect your current address as the DMV does not normally issue you a new license simply because you update your address. We will check the DMV database to make sure it matches your current home address.

Military

If you served in the US Military you will need to upload a copy of your DD-214 that displays the type of discharge you received. For active military personnel, please provide a current Command letter and a copy of your current military orders showing duty status/location to establish residence.

US Residency

If you were not born in the United States you will be required to upload verification that you are here in the US legally by uploading to your application:

• Naturalization Certificate
• Resident Alien Card (be sure to upload the back side showing the expiration date, if applicable).
• Valid US Passport
• Certificate of Birth Abroad

Proof of Residency

When submitting an application for a NEW, RENEWAL or Address MODIFICATION, all applicants will be required to upload the following:

• All proofs of residency must include your home address (we do not accept P.O. Boxes as addresses!)  You will need to scan two (2) items for proof of residency.  At least one (1) MUST be a Utility Bill.  The proofs of residency must be at least the entire first page of the bill, including the tear-off, mail-out portion so we can view both the location of service and the address where the bill is mailed and ensure there is no past due balance.   The proofs of residency must be current.  We DO NOT accept overdue bills.  We also do not accept documents from DMV, lease/rental agreements, tax bills, nor insurance policy statements.  If your bills/statements are not delivered to your residence, please go ONLINE and print out a copy of the actual bill/statement and upload them into your application by following the procedure to ADD FILES.   Acceptable proof of residency should be the most current bills that you receive MONTHLY.  At least one document should be a utility bill:
• Utility bill
• Bank statement
• Cell phone bill
• Credit card statement
• Mortgage statement

Firearms

Be sure each firearm you list on your Concealed Weapon Permit is registered to you in the state of California.  The firearm(s) cannot be registered to any other family member.  You may not add rifle caliber weapons (AR-Pistol, AK-Pistol, etc.) to your CCW permit.

Order Number and Password

After you submit a NEW, RENEWAL, MODIFICATION or DUPLICATE application and pay your fees, you will receive an email providing you with your Order Number.  Please print this email out and save it for your records because you will be required to access your Order throughout various stages of the CCW process.  Also, please do not forget your password.   To access your Order go to the top of the page on this website, click on ORDER TRACKER, then type in your Order Number and password.

Failure to complete all steps in the CCW process thirty (30) days from the date of the Approval email will result in the withdrawal of the CCW Application, as will inactivity on the application for six months.

Please click on this link to view the CCW POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

APPLICATIONS

NEW Applicant – prior to completing a NEW Application please be prepared to upload the following:

• A copy of your valid California driver’s license, or California ID.
• Two (2) items for proof of residency - One should be a Utility Bill (see Proof of Residency section above; P.O. Boxes are not allowed!).
• If applicable, upload your DD214 or NG Form 22 (National Guard) with type of discharge included.
• Upload verification that you are in the US legally if you were not born in the US.

Please DO NOT take your training and qualification courses or get fingerprinted until instructed to do so. Please do not jump ahead in the process as your training and qualification courses will not be accepted.   You may list the handguns you initially wish to list on your permit; however, the final handguns listed on your CCW permit will be based upon the information provided on the Training and Qualification verification documents your Firearms and Qualification Instructor will provide to you to upload later in the process.

The steps in the NEW Application process are as follows:

1. Submit a New Application (click on the appropriate link/type of application you are filing on the left side of the webpage).  If you select the wrong type of application we cannot convert it over to the proper type for you (your application will be denied and you will have to start the process over).  To submit a New Application, please follow these steps:

a. Type your personal information into the online Application (be sure to select the appropriate type of application from the selections on the left side of this web page).  Please be sure to answer all of the Application questions truthfully because it is a crime to provide false information on the application.  Once you complete your Application it cannot be revised.  The only method you can use to correct incorrect information or mistakes is to write or type the information on a separate piece of paper and upload it to your completed CCW Application by following the ADDING FILES/ DOCUMENTS procedures outlined below. 

b. Upload all required documents.  Please BE SURE to review the Proof of Residency section above regarding acceptable proof of residency.   

c. Schedule your appointment for LiveScan fingerprinting.  All appointments are conducted at 9621 Ridgehaven Court, San Diego, CA 92123.  The appointment calendar is entirely client operated.  If you desire an earlier appointment, please check the appointment calendar regularly because a rescheduled or cancelled appointment will open up that appointment slot.  By accessing your Order and selecting a new appointment date, the other appointment will automatically be cancelled once you confirm this decision (see instructions below regarding how to access your Application Order). You can view your appointment details at any time by accessing your Application Order

d. Pay initial fees (follow online instructions). 

e. Once you have successfully completed all steps in the application process you will receive an email providing you with your ORDER NUMBER.  Please be sure to retain this ORDER NUMBER and remember your password because you will be required to access your Application Order in the future to upload additional documents. 

ACCESSING your submitted CCW Application Order and ADDING FILES/DOCUMENTS:

At the top of the website click on the ORDER TRACKER button [if using an iPad or smart phone, or any device with a screen smaller than a standard computer monitor you will click on the MORE button which is often shown with three dots (…)].  

Once you access the ORDER TRACKER you will need to type in your Order number and password to access your application and add documents.  Scroll to the bottom of your Order and click on ADD FILES (you have to save the document(s) you want to upload to your Order Tracker by first saving them to your desktop or device).  When you click on ADD FILES, you go to the stored documents on your computer, and select the document you want to upload, and then click on ADD FILES.  Once this is completed there will be a list of the documents displayed so you can confirm they were successfully uploaded.  It is advisable to specifically name each document you save to your desktop so it will be much easier for you to verify which document(s) were uploaded and make it easier for CCW staff to access specific documents by name. 

2. All remaining steps and the uploading of all remaining required documents must be completed within thirty (30) days of the date on the Approval email.  

3. Once all required documents have been uploaded and the DOJ/FBI background clearances have been received (typically received within one week), your application will be approved and you will receive an email notification.  Please DO NOT come to the CCW Office to pick up your CCW permit. 

4. Staff will process your application in order by date/time of submission and finalize your application.  You will receive an email advising you that your application has been approved.  We will reach out to you to collect your final CCW fee. Please make sure we have your current phone number and email address. Call us right away if you need to change this information.

DENIALS

If your CCW Application is denied, you will receive an email to advise you of this action.  You may appeal the denial by mailing or hand-delivering a letter address to CCW APPEALS, ATTN: ASSISTANT SHERIFF BROWN, PO Box 939062, San Diego, CA 92123.  The Appeal must be dated or hand-delivered to the Sheriff's Office within 21 days of the date of the Denial.  Please attach or include in your appeal any information you wish to have considered when your Appeal is reviewed.

RENEWAL – CCW Permit Holders may renew their CCW permits 45 days prior to the permit’s expiration. 

NOTICE TO ALL CCW PERMIT HOLDERS:  Pursuant to Penal Code Section 26210 and CCW Bureau Policies and Procedures, all CCW Permit Holders are required to notify the CCW Bureau of any change in residency, temporary or permanent, within 10 days of the date they move by submitting an online Modification Application for an address change (note:  please upload only the documents associated with a change of address; it is not necessary to upload training and qualification documents for an address change only).  Please follow the instructions for submitting a Modification Application for an address change (see instructions below).   FAILURE TO DO SO RENDERS YOUR CCW PERMIT INVALID!!

Prior to completing a RENEWAL Application, please be prepared to upload the following:

• A copy of your valid California driver’s license, or California ID, plus Military ID if applicable.
• Two (2) items for proof of residency (refer to above section regarding acceptable Proofs of Residency; P.O. Boxes are NOT allowed!).
• If applicable, upload your DD214 or NG Form 22 with type of discharge included.
• Upload verification that you are in the US legally if you were not born in the US.
• 4-Hour Firearms Training Certificate that lists the date of your training and qualification and each weapon you qualified with that will appear on your permit (refer to above Firearms section). 

PLEASE NOTE:   Renewal Applicants must answer all questions on the application truthfully and honestly, even if the information has previously been disclosed.  

MODIFICATION Applications are submitted to change your home address.  They must be submitted within 10 days of the day that you move and you are also required per California State law to change your home address with the California DMV.  We will check the DMV database to ensure you have done so.  Modification Applications can also be submitted to add/delete firearms on your permit.

Prior to Completing a MODIFICATION Application, be prepared to upload the following:

• Upload a copy of your valid California driver’s license, or California ID.
  
• IF CHANGING YOUR HOME ADDRESS:   Be prepared to upload two (2) items for proof of residency (refer to above section Proofs of Residency).
• IF ADDING A NEW FIREARM: Be prepared to upload your certificate showing you qualified with your firearm with one of the approved instructors. This can be the same place you completed your 8 hour or 4 hour Safety course.

All Modification applications will be processed in order by date/time of submission and they will not take priority over New and Renewal applications. 

DUPLICATE Applications are submitted to request a duplicate copy of a lost/stolen permit.  Prior to Completing a DUPLICATE Application, be prepared to upload the following:

• Upload a copy of your valid California driver’s license, or California ID. 

• Upload a copy of a police report you must file to document the loss/theft of your permit.  This report must be filed with the law enforcement agency having jurisdiction over the location where the loss/theft occurred.

Gaining competency with firearms is like learning to drive a car or fly an airplane. You need expert instruction and practice. There is no shortcut. If you are not willing to invest the time and effort to become competent, then having a firearm and trying to use it can, in many instances, be more hazardous than any impending threat.

For More Information, Contact:

San Diego County Sheriff's Department

Address: 9621 Ridgehaven Court
               San Diego, CA 92123

Telephone: (858) 974-2020
Fax: (858) 974-2093
Email: ccw@sdsheriff.org

For Technical Support, Contact:

Permitium Software
Email: help@permitium.com
Phone: (855) 642-2453

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IMPORTANT NOTICE:

The application must be completed in its entirety and all required documents must be uploaded at the time of submission. Failure to do so, may result in the application being withdrawn. 

All firearms submitted for listing on a CCW license are subject to approval by the CCW Licensing Unit.

• A firearm may be legal to possess in California and NOT approved to list on the CCW.
• “AR Pistols” and similar firearms are NOT allowed at this time.

Please click the Order Tracker link below to upload documents. 

Order Tracker Access

General Information

Your CCW application needs to be submitted through our online system.  The CCW application process consists of a review of the submitted application along with a thorough background and criminal history check.  

When applying, please ensure you provide the necessary supporting documents.  Whether you are a new or renewal applicant, you must upload all of the documentation listed below even if you have provided them on a previous application.  Lack of sufficient documentation is the most common reason for a delay in the processing of a CCW application. 

All new applicants must schedule an interview at the time of the application.  Please note, your interview may be advanced to a sooner date as our schedules permit. Renewal applicants do not need to be interviewed.  You will be contacted by one of our CCW specialists in the order in which your application has been received. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please email us at ccwpermits@ocsheriff.gov.  

If you are RENEWING a Carry Concealed Weapon license in Orange County, it is recommended you apply 90-120 days before the expiration date listed on your current Carry Concealed Weapon license.

Fee Schedule 

Initial License:

*Does Not Include DOJ/Live Scan Fingerprinting Fees* 

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 Renewal License:

*Includes DOJ Fee* 

**USE THE "PAY CASH AT COUNTER" OPTION WHEN PROMPTED FOR PAYMENT**

Amendment of Current License:

*Includes DOJ Fee* 

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CCW Information

Carry Concealed Weapon License Requirements: must meet ALL requirements

Completing the Application

Answering all the questions on this standard application does not guarantee the issuance of a Carry Concealed Weapon license. The determination whether to issue the license is at the discretion of the licensing authority. Pursuant to California Penal Code section 26160, each licensing authority will have a written policy summarizing their requirements for issuance of a Carry Concealed Weapon license. In addition, prior to issuing a Carry Concealed Weapon license, the state statutes require proof that:

• The applicant is of good moral character
• The applicant meets residence requirements
• The course of training prescribed by the licensing authority has been completed

The applicant will certify under penalty of perjury that all answers provided in the application are true and correct to the best of their knowledge and belief. The applicant will also acknowledge that information disclosed on this application may be subject to public disclosure.

 Authority

California Penal Code sections 26150 and 26155 provide that a Sheriff of a county or the Chief or other head of a municipal police department of any city, or city and county, may issue a license to carry a pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person (Carry Concealed Weapon license).

 Eligibility Requirements

The licensing authority specified in Penal Code sections 26150 and 26155 (a Sheriff or the Chief or other head of a municipal police department) may issue a license to persons who are of good moral character and who have completed a course of training. All applicants for a Carry Concealed Weapon license will be Live Scanned and state and federal records will be checked to determine if they are eligible to possess firearms. 

Required Documents:

• Be prepared to scan a copy of your valid California Driver’s license or California ID Card (an ID card will only be accepted if you do not possess a Driver’s license from any other state) 
• Be prepared to scan two of the following, showing your current address in Orange County (dated within the last 60 days)DD214 (Military only)
  • Rental or lease agreement with the signature of the owner/landlord and the tenant/resident listing the term of residency
  • Deed or title to residential real property
  • Mortgage/Credit card statement
  • Residence utility bill (gas, water, electricity, solar, cable, internet or cellular phone)
    • If any of the above are in the spouse's name, we will accept them with proof of marriage or legal domestic partnership
    • 90-Day out of county residents are exempt
• Certificate of Naturalization, Green Card, and/or Passport (If you were born outside the United States)

 Required Training

If applying for a NEW Carry Concealed Weapon license, an 8 to 16-hour firearms training course must be completed prior to issuance.

If applying for a RENEWAL Carry Concealed Weapon license completion of a 4-hour firearms training course is required prior to issuance.

If applying for a firearms AMENDMENT a scanned copy of the qualification certificate is required. 

 All firearms submitted for listing on a CCW license are subject to approval by the CCW Licensing Unit.

• A firearm may be legal to possess in California and NOT approved to list on the CCW.
• “AR Pistols” and similar firearms are NOT allowed at this time.

Prior to Filling Out This Application

Be sure that each firearm you are listing on your Carry Concealed Weapon license is registered to you or your spouse/domestic partner (with proof of marriage or domestic partnership). The firearm cannot be registered to any other person or family member. 

Failure to upload the required documents at the time of submission may result in the application being withdrawn.

For More Information, Contact:

Orange County Sheriff's Department/CCW Licensing Unit(714) 834-7229ccwpermits@ocsheriff.govwww.ocsheriff.gov/about-ocsd/services/ccw-license

FIREARMS TRAING FOR ORANGE COUNTY CCW 

ORANGE COUNTY CCW TRAINING

CLASS DATES BELOW

We offer our hybrid online/live-fire OCSD CCW class for your convenience. The Live fire qualification occurs during our CCW Core Skills class on a Saturday afternoon which is included in the cost of your CCW class. If you need assistance with your application, or even if you’re just considering applying for your CCW then use the CONTACT US tab to get in touch and we’ll help you through the process. Please note you will need a holster in order to take the CCW live fire Core Skills class. In Waist Band (IWB) is preferred, but Outside Waist Band (OWB) if not. If you are serious about carrying concealed then have the gear to enable you to do so!

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