Concealed Carry Permits.  The process is easier than you think.

General Information

Learning the laws regulating the use of firearms is a must for responsible ownership. Local regulations differ and laws vary from state to state. Citizens must check with the jurisdiction where the firearm is to be used.

In California, the Sheriff and his staff are required to follow strict state and local guidelines when performing the necessary background checks for issuing Concealed Carry Weapon licenses. Due to the detailed nature involved with conducting these background checks, appointment times and processing times can take multiple weeks. During the application process, the applicant will be asked to schedule an interview appointment for a new Concealed Carry Weapon license. 

A CCW renewal course must be satisfactorily completed every two years in conjunction with the renewal of your CCW license. To remain in compliance with our guidelines, training certificates are valid for 90 days, and your renewal training may be completed at any time within the 90 days prior to the expiration of your current permit. To prevent a lapse in your CCW permit, it is strongly recommended that you submit your renewal application 90 days before your current permit expires. You may access our list of approved CCW training providers on our Sheriff's Office website.

Pricing

• The total cost for a New Concealed Carry Weapon Standard license is $842.00 . An applicant will pay an initial non-refundable $168.40 application fee + Livescan fee $93.00 totaling to $261.40, and if approved, be asked to pay an additional $673.60 prior to receiving their Concealed Carry Weapon license.
• A Standard Renewal of a Concealed Carry Weapon license costs $228.00 plus Dept. of Justice fee $52.00 totaling to $280.00.
• Any Modification (e.g. residence or firearm change) to a Concealed Carry Weapon license costs $124.00.
• For credit card transactions a nominal credit card transaction fee will be charged for each transaction. Charges will be viewable prior to transaction completion.
• Appointments for Concealed Carry Weapon licenses will be processed on Monday-Friday, 9am to 5pm.
• Click the appropriate button on the left of the screen to proceed with an application for a Concealed Carry Weapon license.

Please visit the below website for further information regarding a Concealed Carry Weapon License in Sonoma County:

Gaining competency with firearms is like learning to drive a car or fly an airplane. You need expert instruction and practice. There is no shortcut. If you are not willing to invest the time and effort to become competent, then having a firearm and trying to use it can, in many instances, be more hazardous than any impending threat.

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