Submitting an Initial Application for a Firearms Permit Before submitting your application to the Bureau, review the list of common application deficiencies to avoid application processing delays. Applicants may apply for Firearms Permit online via BreEZe.
The transfer of a firearm up or down the family tree can be done online, via the CFARS website. The recipient of the firearm must be of legal age, and in possession of a valid CA ID/DL, and Firearm Safety Certificate or exemption. This process may take a number of weeks for the CA DOJ to complete.
The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department is dedicated to the safety of its residents. The Sheriff is authorized to issue concealed carry weapon permits (CCW) to county residents who qualify under California law.
PLEASE ALLOW UP TO 3 WEEKS FOR YOUR PERMIT TO BE PROCESSED AFTER YOUR RANGE CLASS.
There is no firearm registration requirement in California except for assault weapon owners and personal handgun importers.
Effective March 1, 2025: Mandates that the register or record of sale include an acknowledgment by the purchaser or transferee that they have, within the last 30 days, confirmed possession of every firearm that they own or possess.
The California Firearms Application Reporting System (CFARS) is a web-based application that will allow an individual to report their firearms to the Department of Justice (DOJ) using California Reporting Information System (CRIS) reporting forms, as outlined in California firearms laws and regulations.
Owning an unregistered handgun in California is not a crime. But possession of an unregistered firearm in California outside of your home or business without a concealed carry license is — whether the weapon is concealed or carried openly.
There is no firearm registration requirement in California except for assault weapon owners and personal handgun importers.