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Welcome to the Concealed Carry Weapons Applications Page
Learning the laws regulating the use of firearms is a must for responsible ownership. Local regulations differ and laws vary from state to state. Citizens must check with the jurisdiction where the firearm is to be carried.
In California, the Sheriff and his staff are required to follow strict state and local guidelines when performing the necessary background checks for issuing Concealed Carry Weapon (“CCW”) licenses. Due to the detailed nature involved with the screening process, appointment times and processing times can take multiple weeks. Upon completion of the application, the applicant will be asked to schedule an appointment for an initial interview, which is the next step of obtaining a Concealed Carry Weapon license.
The Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office issues standard, 2-year CCW licenses for California resident applicants and Nonresident applicants, who live outside of California. In addition, the office also issues Employment (90) day CCW licenses, Judicial (3 year) CCW licenses, and Reserve/Custodial (4 year) CCW licenses.
• Applicants have the ability to submit NEW, RENEWAL, and MODIFICATION applications.
• Applicants have the ability to pay their non-refundable fees online.
For credit card transactions, a nominal credit card transaction fee will be charged. Charges are viewable prior to the transaction completion.
• Initial interview appointments are scheduled on Thursdays.
• Applicants are able to track the progress of their application through Order Tracker: https://scso.permitium.com/order_tracker
• Applicants are able to select the preference of notification regarding status updates and all correspondence related to their Concealed Carry license application, as it moves through the process.
Notification options: e-mail, text message, or automated phone call.
The Sheriff’s Office may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to facilitate the Office’s review of certain information necessary to process your application for a CCW license or license renewal. All final determinations regarding the issuance or denial of a CCW license or license renewal are made by the Sheriff or an authorized designee.
Pricing:
| Type of Permit | Standard 2 Year | Employment (90-Day) | Judicial 3 Year | Reserve/Custodial 4 Year |
| New CCW Fee: | ||||
|
Initial Fee |
$488.00 | $165.00 | $488.00 | - |
| Issuance Fee Paid upon the approval of the application |
$488.00 | $165.00 | $488.00 | - |
| Renewal Fee Paid upon the submission of your application |
$447.00 Inc. State fee - $52.00 |
$195.00 | $74.00 | $96.00 |
| Modification/Duplicate Fee Paid upon the submission of your application |
$15.00 |
$15.00 | $15.00 |
$15.00 |
- Please Note: The above listed fees do NOT include LIVESCAN, PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION and TRAINING fees.
- Please Note: Once you submit your application, you will not be able to add/delete/modify the firearms you have listed.
- For credit card transactions a nominal credit card transaction fee will be charged for each transaction. Charges will be viewable prior to transaction completion.
- Appointments for New Concealed Carry Weapon licenses will be processed on Tuesdays and Thursdays - 9am to 11am.
- Click the appropriate button on the left of the screen to proceed with an application for a Concealed Carry Weapon license.
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Concealed Carry Weapon License Requirements: must meet ALL requirements
For the complete Santa Clara Sheriff's Office CCW Policy. SCSO CCW Policy
Authority
California Penal Code sections 26150 and 26155 provide that a Sheriff of a county or the Chief or other head of municipal police department of any city, or city and county, shall issue or renew a license to carry a pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person (Concealed Carry Weapon license).
Who Shall be Issued a License
The licensing authority specified in Penal Code sections 26150 and 26155 shall issue a license to persons who are not a disqualified person to receive such a license, as determined in accordance with the standards set forth in Penal Code 26202, meet residential requirements, and have completed a course of training. All applicants for a Concealed Carry Weapon license will be fingerprinted and state and federal records will be checked to determine if they are eligible to possess firearms. Click here to view all categories that would prohibit a person from possessing firearms and being granted a Concealed Carry Weapon license.
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 shall 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 not a disqualified person to receive such a license, as determined in accordance with the standards set forth in Penal Code 26202;
- The applicant is at least 21 years of age, and presents clear evidence of the person’s identity and age, as defined in Penal Code 16400;
- The applicant is a resident of that city or city and county. Prima facie evidence of residency within the county or a city within the county includes, but is not limited to, the address where the applicant is registered to vote, the applicant’s filing of a homeowner’s property tax exemption, and other acts, occurrences, or events that indicate presence in the county or a city within the county is more than temporary or transient. The presumption of residency in the county or city within the county may be rebutted by satisfactory evidence that the applicant’s primary residence is in another county or city within the county;
- The course of training prescribed by the licensing authority has been completed.
- The applicant is the recorded owner, with the Department of Justice, of the pistol, revolver, or other firearm for which the license will be issued.
Character References
You will need to provide the names and contact information of three persons willing to serve as references. One of the three must be a person described in Penal Code section 273.5, subdivision (b) (your spouse, or former spouse, your cohabitant or former cohabitant, your fiancée, or someone with whom you have, or previously had, an engagement or dating relationship, or the mother or father of your child), if applicable. At least one of the three must be your cohabitant if applicable.
Training Required
If applying for a NEW Concealed Carry Weapon license a course approved by the County Sheriff’s Office must be completed after you have been approved to do so. This course will be a minimum of 16 hours.
If applying for a RENEWAL Concealed Carry Weapon license, a 8 hour course approved by the County Sheriff’s Office must be completed prior to permit issuance.
If applying for a MODIFICATION to your current Concealed Carry Weapon license that includes a firearm change, you will need to submit training certifications from a traning vendor approved by the County Sheriff’s Office.
The Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office recognizes only select training facilities to satisfy your qualification certification. Training from any other facility will not be accepted. Approved training facilities are listed Training Instructor List
Prior to Filling Out This Application
- Be prepared to scan a copy of your valid California Driver’s license or California Identification card, which reflects your current Santa Clara County address.
- Be prepared to scan copies of two (2) current and consecutive utility bills/statements that are in your name and reflect your current address in Santa Clara County. If you do not have utility bills in your name, residency documentation provided must be a monthly recurring bill. Mortgage statements and annual bills are NOT accepted. Past due bills/statements are NOT accepted.
- Be sure that each firearm you plan on listing on your Concealed Carry Weapon license is on record in the state of California in your name.
- 90-Day out of county residents are exempt.
- If you are applying for a Non-Resident Limited Business License to carry a concealed firearm, please submit the following items with your application submission:
- Proof of employment at or ownership of a business within Santa Clara County
- A statement under penalty or perjury that you physically spend a substantial period of working hours at the place of employment or business within Santa Clara County
- Be prepared to scan a Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD214) for applicants who have been formally discharged from U.S. Military Service (not applicable for those who are in ‘inactive reserve status” or in the National Guard).
For More Information, Contact:
Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office
55 W Younger Avenue
San Jose, CA 95110
Telephone: 408-808-4942
Email: ccw@shf.sccgov.org
For Technical Support, Contact:
Permitium Software
Email: help@permitium.com