Generally, the applicant will receive notification within 30 days from the date of the interview whether or not the application for a CCW license has been approved or denied.
Supreme Court Ruling Makes Concealed Carry Permits Easier To Get In California. In 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a New York law that required people to show a need for carrying a gun when applying for a permit to carry a concealed weapon. California's law was similar to that one.
Generally, the applicant will receive notification within 30 days from the date of the interview whether or not the application for a CCW license has been approved or denied.
Concealed carry, or carrying a concealed weapon (CCW), is the practice of carrying a weapon (such as a handgun) in public in a concealed manner, either on one's person or in close proximity. CCW is often practiced as a means of self-defense.
CCW license applications are processed through a convenient, online process which takes approximately 90-120 days to complete. CCW licenses are valid for two years from the date of issuance. In order to qualify for a CCW license, an applicant must be: A U.S. Citizen.
The applicant must either be a full-time resident or show proof their principal place of employment or business is in the county or a city within the county and the applicant spends a substantial period of time in that place of employment or business. Applicant must be at least 21 years of age.
Current Processing Times for Employee Applications License TypeApplication TypeTarget Timeframe Firearms Permit (FQ) Initial 75 days Renewal 60 days Baton Permit (BAT) Initial 75 days Renewal 60 days33 more rows
The California background check is a minimum of 10 days, but can be delayed to 30 days. Some remain undetermined at the 30 day mark, and it is up to the FFL to determine if they release or not.
Generally, all firearms purchases and transfers, including private party transactions and sales at gun shows, must be made through a California licensed dealer under the Dealer's Record of Sale (DROS) process. California law imposes a 10-day waiting period before a firearm can be released to a purchaser or transferee.
Obtaining a CCW License includes completion of the following steps: submittal of the California Department of Justice application, a background check, Live Scan (electronic fingerprinting), in-person interview, training, range qualification, and the collection of license fees.