Sacramento County Sheriff's Office Online Concealed Carry Weapon License Applications

Welcome! This is an official application for a California Concealed Weapon Permit. You must completely and accurately fill-out this application to be considered for a Concealed Weapon Permit. Any falsification of the information within this application is a crime and will result in the denial of the applicant’s Concealed Weapon Permit request.

For new applicants: A non-refundable application processing fee of $288.00 is required to schedule an interview appointment. The $288.00 will not be refunded once the CCW application has been processed. This fee will be charged even if your application is denied.

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.

Format and Duration of a Concealed Weapon Permit

A California Concealed Weapon Permit allows a person to carry a pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person. A Standard Concealed Weapon Permit is valid for 2 years and requires the completion of an annual 8-hour firearms training course prior to renewal.

Prior to Filling Out This Application

Be prepared to scan a copy of your valid California driver’s license or California ID
Be prepared to scan copies of two (2) items for proof of residency: Acceptable proof of residency is as follows:

Two (2) pieces of proof of residency dated within the last 60 days. WE DO NOT accept overdue bills! Acceptable proof must be a monthly bill such as a utility bill, bank statement, cell phone bill, credit card statement, mortgage statement. We do not accept documents from DMV If your bills are not delivered to your residence, please go ONLINE and print out a copy and scan it into the website.
Your home address must be current with the California DMV. 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 DMV to complete the update and for their database to reflect the changes. We do not require that your driver’s license or ID displays your current address – only that the DMV database has been updated.

Real ID

If you do not possess a Real ID and your driver’s license or identification card states “FEDERAL LIMITS APPLY,” you must upload one of the following documents:

Valid, unexpired U.S. passport
Certified copy of U.S. birth certificate
Certificate of Birth Abroad
Certified copy of birth certificate from a U.S. Territory
Certificate of Naturalization or U.S. Citizenship
Valid, unexpired Permanent Resident Card

Please be advised that if you are applying for a RENEWAL, you will enter your current CII # in the Permit # field below.

Applicant Information:

Last Name: ^{(official ID)}

First Name:

Middle Name:

Maiden Name:

Suffix: ^{(jr, sr, etc.)}

SSN:

SSN: ^(confirm)

Current Concealed Permit Information: ^{enter your existing permit # and the issuing county}

CII#:

Issuing County:

Issue Date:

Expiration Date:

Previous Aliases: ^{(please list all previous aliases)}

Previous Last Name	Previous First Name	Previous Middle Name	City Where Changed	State	Court File #

Driver's License / Non-Operator ID: ^{or other state issued ID; if you not possess a Real ID, please refer to website to upload additional document}

^{ID Number:}

^{Issuing State:}

Information Related To Your Birth:

Date of Birth:

Current Age:

Birth Country:

Birth City:

Birth State:

Current Military Status:

Military Status:

Height:

^feet ^inches

Weight:

Hair Color:

Eye Color:

Physical Description:

Telephone Number: ^{(###-###-####)}

^Primary:

^Work:

^{Mobile Phone:}

^Fax:

Updates via text message?

Yes No

Email:

^Address:

^Confirm:

Please Create A Password: ^{(you can use this to track progress, and we may need to contact you during the process)}

Password:

Password: ^(confirm)

Password Information: In order to comply with CJIS standards we have employed the use of a password complexity monitor. As you enter your password, we will display an indicator of complexity. You will only be able to submit passwords that are sufficiently complex as to be considered 'safe' by CJIS standards. The visual indicator will turn Blue or Green to indicate that your password is safe.

Important: CJIS requires we maintain a strict password policy and system of checks. As such, we check the following items as you enter your new password:

The password must be a minimum length of eight (8) characters on all systems
The password must not be a dictionary word
The password must not be the same as your email address
The password must not be a proper name

Current Residence Address: ^{(this may be different than your mailing address)}

Address Line 1:

Address Line 2:

City:

County:

State : ^(region)

Zip Code: ^{(postal code)}

Country:

^{Mailing Address Different:}

Yes No

Present Mailing Address: ^{(if different from residence address)}

Address Line 1:

Address Line 2:

City:

State : ^(region)

Zip Code: ^{(postal code)}

Country:

Time At Present Address:

^Years:

^Months:

Please list all previous addresses, if present address is less than 5 years or your application may be delayed.: ^{(please list all previous addresses)}

Address Line 1	Address Line 2	City	State	Zip	Country	From	To

Employment Status:

What is your current employment status?

Employed Unemployed Retired

Work Information And Address: ^{(enter your place of employment)}

Employer Name:

Address Line 1:

Address Line 2:

City:

State : ^(region)

Zip Code: ^{(postal code)}

Country:

Job Title:

Enter Unemployed if you currently do not have a job or enter Retired if you are retired.

Job Title:

Please list all firearms to appear on your license - MAX of 3: ^{Max of 3}

Attach Documentation: please upload the required documentation

To upload documentation, please use the button below to begin the process. The maximum size of individual files is 5 MB. You must upload all required documents listed below.

Be prepared to scan a copy of your valid California driver’s license, or state issued ID.
IF CHANGING ADDRESS: Be prepared to scan two (2) items for proof of residency: Acceptable proof of residency is as follows:
- Two (2) pieces of proof of residency dated within the last 60 days. WE DO NOT accept overdue bills. We also do not accept documents from DMV, lease/rental agreements, tax bills, nor insurance statements. If your bills are not delivered to your residence, please go ONLINE and print out a copy and scan it into the website. Acceptable proof of residency must be a monthly bill such as:
  - Utility bill
  - Bank statement
  - Cell phone bill
  - Credit card statement
  - Mortgage statement
- Your home address must be current with the California DMV. 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 DMV to complete the update and for their 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.
- Be sure each firearm you are listing on your Concealed Carry Weapon permit is registered to you. 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.
IF CHANGING NAME : A copy of the court document reflecting the legal name change.
FOR GUN MODIFICATION (for new firearms added to the permit):
- Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office CCW Qualification Form.
- Carry Concealed Weapon Program DOJ Certified Instructor Certificate.

Uploaded Files:

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Please select a document type then, click on the “Attach” button to complete the upload process.

Select Your Application Type:

CCW License Modification Standard

CCW License Modification Judicial

CCW License Modification Reserve

Total Fee:

$0

I accept and assume all responsibility and liability for, injury to, or death of any person, or damage to any property which may result through an act or omission of either the licensee or the agency that issued the license. In the event any claim, suit or action is brought against the agency that issued the license, its chief officer or any of its employees, by reason of, or in connection with any such act or omission, the licensee shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the agency that issued the license, its chief officer or any of its employees from such claim, suit, or action.

I understand that the acceptance of any application by the licensing authority does not guarantee the issuance of a license and that fees and costs are not refundable if denied. I further understand that if my application is approved and I am issued a license to carry a concealed weapon, that the license is subject to restrictions placed upon it and that misuse of the license will cause an automatic revocation and possible arrest and that the license may also be suspended or revoked at the discretion of the licensing authority at any time. I am aware that any use of a firearm may bring criminal action or civil liability against me.

I have read, understand, and agree to the CCW license liability clauses, conditions, and restrictions stated in this application and Agreement to Restrictions and to Hold Harmless.

I have read and understand the applicable Penal Code sections regarding false statements on a CCW Application, manslaughter, killing in defense of self or property, limitation on self-defense and defense of property, and child access and firearm storage, stated in this application.

I have read and understand the Firearms Prohibiting Categories attachment to this application. I further acknowledge that these prohibiting categories can be amended or expanded by state or federal legislative or regulatory bodies and that any such amendment or expansion may affect my eligibility to hold a CCW license.

I herby give permission to the agency to which this application is made to conduct a background investigation of me and to contact any person or agency who may add to or aid in this investigation. I further authorize persons, firms, agencies and institutions listed on this application to release or confirm information about me and statements I have made as contained in this application.

Notwithstanding any other provision of law and pursuant to the Public Records Act (Government Code section 6250 et seq.), I understand that information contained in this application may be a matter of public record and shall be made available upon request or court order. I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct.

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Your Initials:

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Application Qualification Questions:

Briefly explain the reason for the correction to your license

Please enter the issue date on your existing CCW License (MM/DD/YYYY)

ONLY enter the issue date in the format of MM/DD/YYYY

I have read, understand, and agree to the CCW license liability clauses, conditions, and restrictions stated in this application and Agreement to Restrictions and to Hold Harmless.

Coupon Code:

Your Initials:

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Add An Alias

Add a reference

Update a reference

Add a weapon

Please read the following before proceeding:

Applicant Information:

Current Concealed Permit Information: enter your existing permit # and the issuing county

Previous Aliases: (please list all previous aliases)

Driver's License / Non-Operator ID: or other state issued ID; if you not possess a Real ID, please refer to website to upload additional document

Information Related To Your Birth:

Select Appropriate Immigrant Classification: (only choose one)

Which of the following exceptions set forth in 18Z USC 922(y) do you meet?:

Current Military Status:

Demographic Information:

Telephone Number: (###-###-####)

Email:

Please Create A Password: (you can use this to track progress, and we may need to contact you during the process)

Current Residence Address: (this may be different than your mailing address)

Present Mailing Address: (if different from residence address)

Time At Present Address:

Please list all previous addresses, if present address is less than 5 years or your application may be delayed.: (please list all previous addresses)

Employment Status:

Work Information And Address: (enter your place of employment)

Job Title:

Please list all firearms to appear on your license - MAX of 3: Max of 3

Attach Documentation: please upload the required documentation

Uploaded Files:

Select Your Application Type:

Total Fee:

$0

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Your Appointment Choice Is:

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Current Concealed Permit Information: ^{enter your existing permit # and the issuing county}

Previous Aliases: ^{(please list all previous aliases)}

Driver's License / Non-Operator ID: ^{or other state issued ID; if you not possess a Real ID, please refer to website to upload additional document}

Select Appropriate Immigrant Classification: ^{(only choose one)}

Telephone Number: ^{(###-###-####)}

Please Create A Password: ^{(you can use this to track progress, and we may need to contact you during the process)}

Current Residence Address: ^{(this may be different than your mailing address)}

Present Mailing Address: ^{(if different from residence address)}

Please list all previous addresses, if present address is less than 5 years or your application may be delayed.: ^{(please list all previous addresses)}

Work Information And Address: ^{(enter your place of employment)}

Please list all firearms to appear on your license - MAX of 3: ^{Max of 3}

You Must Select An Appointment: ^{your appointment will be confirmed prior to checkout}

You Must Select An Appointment: ^{your appointment will be confirmed prior to checkout}

You Must Select An Appointment: ^{your appointment will be confirmed prior to checkout}