Welcome! This is an official application for a California Concealed Carry Weapon license. You must completely and accurately fill-out this application to be considered for a Concealed Carry Weapon License. You MUST upload all required documents before submitting the application. Any falsification of the information within this application is a crime and will result in the denial of the applicant’s Concealed Carry Weapon license request.

 

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 (Concealed Carry Weapon license).

 

Prior to Filling Out This Application

  • Be prepared to scan a copy of your valid California driver’s license Or California Identification Card, which has your current address in Kern County.
  • Be prepared to scan copies of two (2) of the following “proof of residency” documents in addition to your Drivers License or ID Card, showing your current address in Kern County (Proof of Residency (2 items): Complete current utility bill statement, current year property tax statement, vehicle registration, (Not renewal notice or Title) phone bill not cell phone bills). We will NOT accept credit card statements, bank statements, insurance documents or any other document not listed above.  - Proof or residnecy NOT required for Renewals, Modifications or Duplicate Applications.
  • Renewal and Modification Applications Only - 4 hour Training Certificate (for renewal only), Qualification Card, Marriage Certificate (if spouse's firearm is listed on CCW), and current CCW Permit.

 

Once you have submitted your application, please print the LiveScan form and bring it to your appointment in order to be fingerprinted.  You can print the LiveScan form from the order confirmation page or from the order tracker.

 

On September 26, 2018, Governor Jerry Brown approved Assembly Bill No. 2103 that goes into effect on January 1, 2019. This bill   requires CCW courses of training be at least eight hours but not be required to exceed 16 hours. Assembly bill 2103 also requires the CCW course of training to include instruction on firearm handling, shooting technique, and to include a demonstration, by the applicant, of shooting proficiency and safe handling of each firearm the applicant will be licensed to carry. The training will include live-fire exercises conducted on a firing range.  A licensing authority shall establish, and make available to the public, the standards it uses when issuing licenses with regards to the required live-fire shooting exercises, including, but not limited to, a minimum number of rounds to be fired and minimum passing scores from specified firing distances.
 
The minimum qualification course for The Kern County Sheriff's Office will be 12 rounds: 4 rounds at 5 yards, 2 rounds gun hand only then 2 rounds support hand only from 5 yards, and 4 rounds at 7 yards. The passing score is 75% which equals missing 3 rounds outside the bottle outline on a standard FBI-Q target or its equivalent. Vendors course of fire might be different but will include the minimum standard requirements.
 
 
Starting January 01, 2019 all applications or changes will need to show proof of qualification, for each gun listed on the permit, before your permit can be approved.

Please read the following before proceeding:

Applicant Information:

Spouse Information:

Previous Names/Aliases - You are required to add all previous names including previous married names: (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)

Information Related To Your Birth:


Current Military Status:
Please bring in your DD214 with you for the appointment. If you were dishonorably discharged, you will be denied.

Demographic Information:

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

Email:

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

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)

Present Mailing Address: (if different from residence address)

Spouse Residence Address:

Time At Present Address:

Additional Residency Information:

Previous Addresses: (please list all previous addresses within the last 5 years)
Address Line 1 Address Line 2 City State Zip Country From To

Employment Status:

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

Occupation Field:
Please indicate your current occupation field. Enter unemployed if you currently do not have a job.


Please list all firearms to appear on your license - MAX of 10: (all weapons must be registered in the State of California to you or your spouse. If you are listing your spouses firearm please upload your marriage license before submitting application): Max of 10 Only
Make Model Caliber Serial Number

Attach Documentation: please upload the required documentation

Please use the button below to begin the process. The maximum size of individual files is 5 MB.
Mandatory Uploads:
  • Valid CALIFORNIA DRIVERS LICENSE OR ID CARD (Not Expired)
  • Proof of Residency (2 items in addition to your Drivers License or ID Card): complete current utility bill statement, current year property tax statement, vehicle registration (not renewal notice or Title), phone bill (not cell phone bills). We will not accept credit card statements, bank statements, insurance documents or any other document not listed above.
Optional Upload:
  • Training Certificate (optional, min 8 hour)
  • It is not mandatory to take any training until you receive notice that you are contingently approved for a CCW Permit.
**Your application will not be processed and will be DENIED if you do not upload the appropriate documents before submitting this application.

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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.

WARNING: Review your application for accuracy prior to submitting. Any false or incomplete information may result in the denial of your application. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it.

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Application Qualification Questions:

Do you now have, or have you ever had, a license to carry a concealed weapon (CCW)? If yes, please enter the issuing agency name, issue date and CCW license number.

Have you ever applied for and been declined a CCW license?

Have you ever held and subsequently renounced your United States citizenship?

Are you Active or Former Military?

If you served with the Armed Forces, were you ever convicted of any charges or was your discharge other than honorable?

 

Are you now, or have you been, a party to a lawsuit in the last five years?

Are you now, or have you been, subject to a restraining order(s) form any court?

Are you on probation or parole from any state for conviction of any offense including traffic?

List all traffic violations (moving violations only) and motor vehicle accidents you have had in the last five years.

Have you EVER been convicted of any criminal offense (Civilian or Military) in the U.S. or any other country?

Have you withheld any fact that might affect the decision to approve this license?

Have you ever been in a mental institution, treated for mental illness, or been found not-gulity by reason of insanity?

Are you now, or have you ever been, addicted to a controlled substance or alcohol, or have you ever utilized an illegal controlled substance, or have you ever reported to a detoxification or drug treatment program.

Have you ever been involved in an incident involving firearms?

Have you ever been involved in a domestic violence incident? 

List ANY arrest or formal charges in your lifetime including juvenile arrests, with or without disposition, for any criminal offenses within the U.S. or any other country (civilian or military). If this question is answered falsely it is an automatic denial of a CCW Permit.

Are you currently, or have you ever been a member of, or affiliated with, a criminal organization that maintained a practice of illicit activities, clandestine activities, use of violence, use of intimidation or any other criminal activity?

Please explain the reasons why you wish to carry a concealed firearm and provide good cause for the issuance of the license.

Per the Supreme Court ruling NEW YORK STATE RIFLE & PISTOL ASSOCIATION, v. BRUEN, the Good cause statement is no longer required.  Any statements are optional but not required.  If you would like to leave a statement, select Yes.

Have you been at your listed place of employment for five (5) years or more?


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.

WARNING: Review your application for accuracy prior to submitting. Any false or incomplete information may result in the denial of your application. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it.

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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.

WARNING: Review your application for accuracy prior to submitting. Any false or incomplete information may result in the denial of your application. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it.

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