Gun Application Fee In San Diego
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Under California law, anyone can have a gun in their home. There's nothing wrong with that as long as it's the right type of gun. You can't have an assault rifle that can Load and Reload the weapon rapidly. A felon cannot own, use, or possess a firearm or bullets.
A U.S. citizen or legal resident over age 18 may generally carry a handgun anywhere within his or her place of residence, place of business, or on private property owned or lawfully possessed by the citizen or legal resident. A permit or license is not required for a person to carry within these locations.
California does not honor any non-resident concealed firearm permits. Starting April 22, 2025, non-residents can apply for a non-resident CA license-to-carry (LTC). Open and concealed carry is exempted in your home or your business, including camp sites or hotel room (temporary residence).
26175(a) (1) PC requires the Attorney General to prescribe a statewide standard application form for a CCW license. For all concealed weapons permits in San Diego County, the Sheriff is the issuing authority. Application for a CCW permit is made through the Sheriff's Licensing Division.
Applicants must complete the Course of Firearms Training (CCR Section 635) at a Bureau-approved Firearms Training Facility, from a Bureau-approved Firearms Training Instructor, and pass the written examination and range qualifications.
Ing to the San Diego County Sheriff's Office (SDSO), they are currently issuing 6-7000 permits per year. The online application process has streamlined getting a CCW permit. The biggest hurdle and delays now are the lack of SDSO staff to quickly process the initial application (renewals are pretty quick).
As of March, nearly 18,800 San Diego County residents had a permit to carry a concealed weapon. While filling out the application may be a lot smoother, once it is filed, not a whole lot changes. It still takes about 15 months to complete the process and get the permit in hand.
