Carry Concealed Weapon Licensing

On January 1, 2024, the San Fernando Police Department (SFPD) began accepting applications from San Fernando residents for the issuance of license to Carry a Concealed Weapon (CCW).

A CCW license allows qualified individuals to carry an approved, concealed firearm on their person for self-protection. The CCW license process takes between one to six months to complete, depending on the applicant, background process, and completion of all the requirements. CCW licenses are valid for two years from the date of issuance.

San Fernando Residents CCW Application Process

  • Step 1 - Complete Necessary Forms: Interested individuals may complete a California Department of Justice (CA DOJ) Application(PDF, 6MB), SFPD CCW Questionnaire(PDF, 882KB), and Live Scan Form(PDF, 857KB).
  • Step 2 - Submit Completed Forms and Fees: Completed forms must be submitted in person to the SFPD Records Supervisor.
    • Interested individuals must schedule an appointment to submit completed forms and have your fingerprints taken, pursuant to CA DOJ requirements. Appointments may be scheduled Monday through Thursday (excluding holidays), between 9 am and 5 pm. To make an appointment, please email CCW@sanfernando.gov.
    • A portion (20%) of the SFPD Processing Fee and all relevant CA DOJ fees are due at the time of application submission. $196 will be collected for processing a CCW application. Check or Money Order may be made payable to "City of San Fernando Police Department." All remaining fees must be paid before the issuance of the CCW permit.
  • Step 3 - Intake Interview: Once cleared by the CA DOJ, applicant will be contacted to schedule an Intake Interview with an SFPD background investigator.
  • Step 4 - Psychological Evaluation: Upon completion of Intake Interview, applicant will be provided with information to schedule their psychological evaluation with the Department's authorized provider, pursuant to Penal Code §26190.
    • This step is required for all new applicants. The fee for the psychological evaluation ($450) will be paid in full directly to the City's authorized provider.
  • Step 5 - State-Mandated Firearms Training Course: Upon successful completing of the psychological evaluation, applicant must complete the 16-hour State-mandated firearms training course (subject to additional fee paid directly to the training facility). Download a List of Authorized Vendors(PDF, 216KB).
  • Step 6 - Final Review: Once Steps 1 through 5 are completed, applicant will be scheduled for an appointment to have the authorized firearm(s) inspected by SFPD's Range Staff, as well as a final review of the application packet.
  • CCW Issuance: If approved, the remaining fees of $334 will be payable by check or money order to the "City of San Fernando Police Department." Subsequently, the CCW license will be issued.

Fees for New CCW License

Type Fee
Application Fee $25
Live Scan Fee $93
SFPD Fingerprint Fee $25
Psychological Evaluation $450
CCW Processing Fee $387
Total Fee for Initial CCW $980

Fees for a CCW Renewal

Type Fee
Live Scan Fee $52
SFPD Fingerprint Fee $25
CCW Renewal Processing Fee $373
Total Fee for CCW Renewal (without psychological evaluation) $450
Psychological Evaluation for CCW Renewal
(if necessary and justifiable)		 $450
CCW Amendments $10

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CCW Requirements?

License Restrictions

  1. A person granted a license to carry a pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person pursuant to Sections 26150, 26155, or 26170 shall not carry a firearm on or into any of the locations identified pursuant to Penal Code Section 26230 or other Federal, State, or Local laws. Violation of Penal Code Section 26230 may result in arrest and will result in the revocation of the license.
  2. The Police Chief may place special restrictions limiting time, place, manner and circumstances under which any license shall be valid. In general, these restrictions will prohibit the licensee from:
    1. Consuming any alcoholic beverage while armed.
    2. Falsely representing himself/herself as a peace officer.
    3. Unjustified or unreasonable displaying of a firearm.
    4. Committing any crime.
    5. Being under the influence of any medication or drug while armed.
    6. Interfering with any law enforcement officer's duties.
    7. Refusing to display his/her license or firearm for inspection upon demand of any peace officer.
    8. Loading the permitted firearm with illegal ammunition.
    9. The Police Chief, or any sworn officers designated by the Police Chief, reserves the right to inspect any license or licensed firearm at any time.
    10. The alteration of any previously approved firearm including, but not limited to adjusting the trigger pull, adding laser sights or making other modifications shall require the prior written approval of the Police Chief.

Can a CCW License be revoked?

Any CCW license may be immediately revoked by the Police Chief for specific reasons including, but not limited to:

  1. The licensee has violated any of the restrictions or conditions placed upon the license.
  2. The licensee becomes psychologically unsuitable to carry a firearm.
  3. The licensee is determined to be within a prohibited class described in Penal Code Sections 29800 and 29900, Welfare and Institutions Code Sections 8100 and 8103, or any State or Federal law.
  4. The licensee engages in any conduct which involves a lack of good moral.

What legal authority does the San Fernando Police Chief have to require a psychological evaluation?

California Penal Code 26190(f) essentially states, SB 2 effective Jan 1, 2024:

If a psychological assessment on the initial application is required by the licensing authority, the license applicant shall be referred to a licensed psychologist acceptable to the licensing authority. The applicant may be charged for the actual cost of the assessment. In no case shall the amount charged to the applicant for the psychological assessment exceed the reasonable costs to the licensing authority.

Does the SFPD have a policy on the CCW Program?

Yes, it is posted on this webpage. Download the CCW Policy(PDF, 23KB).

What if the applicant currently possesses a CCW and wants to renew it?

Any renewals for CCWs that were not initially approved by the SFPD (e.g., Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department) need to be renewed through the original issuing agency. Residents seeking CCW renewals should contact the issuing agency. At this time, all applicants possessing CCW Permits from other agencies will be processed as new or initial applicants when applying with the SFPD.

What if the applicant owns a business in San Fernando and wants a Limited Business License?

The authority to issue a limited CCW business license to a non-resident applicant is granted only to the Sheriff of the county in which the applicant works. The chief of a municipal police department may not issue limited CCW business licenses (Penal Code Section 26150).

Individuals interested in a limited CCW business license should contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.

Does the CCW License amend an issued CCW License?

A CCW license can be amended for the following reasons:

  1. Change of address or legal name change (documentation required).
  2. Lost or stolen license (Police Report required).
  3. Adding a new firearm to the license only in the event of a damaged, lost, or stolen firearm (Police Report required).

What type of handgun will be listed on the CCW License?

The firearm listed on the CCW application must comply with the following:

  1. The handgun must be registered to the applicant with the Dealers Record of Sale (DROS) System.
  2. Caliber of handgun must be either, .22 caliber, .25 caliber, .357 caliber, .38 caliber, .380 caliber, 9 mm, 40 caliber, or .45 caliber.
  3. The handgun must be concealable upon the person or reasonably sized bag or purse.
  4. The handgun, magazines, and ammunition must be in compliance with applicable California State and Federal laws.
  5. "AR Pistols" and similar handguns are not permitted.
  6. All firearm information, including make, model, serial number, and caliber must be included and accurate on all documents.
  7. If the firearm information is illegible, incorrect, or incomplete, the firearm will not be listed on your permit.
  8. The caliber of the firearm(s) must all match on all paperwork (Automate Firearm System (AFS), Dealers Record of Sale (DROS) System, Shooting Proficiency Standards form, Certificate of Completion, and CA DOJ).
  9. Failure to provide correct information will delay issuance of your CCW License.

How many handguns may be listed on the CCW License?

The SFPD currently allows up to three handguns to be on a CCW license.

Where can the applicant take the firearms training course?

View a List of Authorized Providers(PDF, 216KB).

Forms and Documents

Contact Information

Elena Lara, Executive Assistant | CJ Chiasson, Commander
CCW@sanfernando.gov

Regular Business Hours

Monday through Thursday | 9 am to 5 pm

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