What documentation is acceptable proof of residency for handgun purchasers? Utility bill from within the past three months that bears on its face the individual's name and either of the following: The individual's current residential address as declared on the DROS form; or.
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).
There are currently 1,725 applications in progress, with 1,126 interviews completed — and 690 permits approved — since 2022. Residents have to be 21 years or older to carry a permit.
Be prepared to scan copies of two (2) current and consecutive utility bills/statements that are in your name and reflect your current address in Santa Clara County. If you do not have utility bills in your name, residency documentation provided must be a monthly recurring bill.
The Sheriff may issue a concealed weapons license to law-abiding residents of the County of Santa Clara who are not prohibited from possessing, owning, or purchasing a firearm capable of being concealed upon his or her person, and comply with the provision of Penal Code Sections 26150–26225.
If the person does not have a valid CA CCW permit, then any handgun they leave in a vehicle needs to be unloaded and in a locked container that is hidden from plain sight or in the vehicle's trunk.
Be prepared to scan copies of two (2) current and consecutive utility bills/statements that are in your name and reflect your current address in Santa Clara County. If you do not have utility bills in your name, residency documentation provided must be a monthly recurring bill.
Unless the buyer holds a valid FFL, the seller cannot ship the gun directly to the buyer. Most states have a waiting period before the final transfer of the firearm is permitted. In California, for example, the waiting period is 10 days.
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.
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