PD - CCW Application

San Jose Police Department

Permits Unit

201 W. Mission Street

San Jose, CA 95110

(408) 277-4452 | Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Application Instructions:

The Chief of Police is given the statutory discretion to issue a license to carry a firearm to residents within the City of San Jose (Penal Code § 26155).

Review the Department's CCW policy prior to applying.

Procedures AND Qualifications to obtain a CCW can be found on the Department’s website here.

Applications must be submitted online. Applications will be processed in the order they are received. You will be notified via email as you proceed through each phase. Applicants who are unresponsive for 90 days will be denied a license and will have to reapply.

You can save your progress by going to the "Captcha" tab located on the top of the form. Click on the Captcha box and select the "SAVE" button. You may select "Continue Editing" to continue filling out the permit or add your email address to receive a link and complete the application at a later time.

Permit Terms:

The license will be valid for a period not to exceed two years from the date of issuance (Penal Code § 26220).

A license issued to a state or federal magistrate, commissioner, or judge will be valid for a period not to exceed three years.

A license issued to any reserve peace officer as defined in Penal Code § 830.6(a) or (b), or a custodial officer employed by the Sheriff as provided in Penal Code § 831.5 will be valid for a period not to exceed four years, except that such license shall be invalid upon the individual's conclusion of service as a reserve officer.

Renewals must be applied for no sooner than 90 days before expiration. Renewal applications received after a current CCW expiration will be denied and the applicant will follow the Inital application process including psychological exam and 16-hour training.

Documents:

In addition to completing the online application / amendment, the following items are required as part of your application to be uploaded:

Driver’s License or other Government Approved ID Card: A color copy of a valid Government issued ID card is required.
Photograph for ID Card: Upload a color photograph of the person listed on the application, capturing from the top of the head to the mid-chest area with a plain background. The photograph may be taken with a cell phone.
Proof of Firearm Ownership / Registration: Provide documentation proving ownership for the firearms you will plan to carry. Three firearms maximum.
Proof of Residency: CCWs are only issued to residents of the city. Provide (2) utility bills or other dated documents for the most recent three months to demonstrate established residency. Utility Bills with past due balances will not be accepted.
Birth Certificate, Naturalization Certificate or Valid US Passport: Original or Certified Copy (New and Renewals Only)
Current or Previous CCW License (if applicable): including a CCW License from another jurisdiction
DD-214 Military Service (if applicable): (New and Renewals Only)

Payment:

Click here for the current permit fee schedule

Please be prepared to pay the initial fee by check or credit card when you arrive for your interview. CCW Licenses will not be processed until the initial payment is received. Make a check payable to the “City of San Jose.” Note that all credit card payments will be charged an additional service fee.

The final fees will be due when the license is picked up. A check to the Department of Justice should be made payable to the “State of California.” The City fee can be paid by credit card or check made payable to the City of San Jose.

Fees are non-refundable. Licenses are non-transferable.

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New / Renewal Application

New and Renewal Applicants will complete the Standard CCW application below. After the inital payment fee is received, applications will be processed in the order we receive them. You will be contacted via email as you progress through each phase of the CCW License process. Please make sure the email you included on the "Introduction" tab of the online application is correct.

Initial Applicants will receive instructions for fingerprinting, psychological exam and training as you are approved through each phase of the process.

Renewal Applicants will receive training information when your background check is complete.

Refer to the Department's CCW Policy document for any questions regarding the process.

NOTE: The applicant will thoroughly Complete Sections 1-6. Section 7 and 8 will not be signed until your interview with the Investigator.

The DOJ Application instructs the applicant to only complete Section 7, when directed to do so. The Permits Unit requires Section 7 to be complete in order to contact you.

The Witness Signature, Badge Number and Date will not be signed until your interview with the Investigator.

Download the following application: California Standard CCW Application

DEPARTMENT RESTRICTIONS ON POSSESSION:

The Chief of Police may place special restrictions limiting time, place, manner and circumstances under which any license shall be valid. The following general restrictions, applicable to all licensees, prohibit the licensee from:

Consuming any alcoholic beverage while armed.
Falsely representing him/herself as a peace officer.
Unjustified or unreasonable displaying of a firearm.
Committing any crime.
Being under the influence of any medication or drug while armed.
Interfering with any law enforcement officer’s duties.
Refusing to display his/her license or firearm for inspection upon demand of any peace officer.
Loading the permitted firearm with illegal ammunition.
No permitted weapon is allowed where weapons are prohibited by law.
No permitted weapon is allowed at locations where a sign is posted prohibiting weapons.
No permitted weapon is allowed at any City of San José operated building, facility, or workplace.
CCW Permit shall NOT be copied or altered in any manner or form.

The Chief of Police or authorized designee reserves the right to inspect any license or licensed firearm at any time.

The alteration of any previously approved firearm including, but not limited to adjusting the trigger pull, adding laser sights or modifications shall void any license and serve as grounds for revocation.

Complete the California Standard CCW Application and upload it here:

Amendment Form

Do not use this form to change Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW) type (i.e., resident, judicial, reserve police officer, employment). You may change CCW type upon issuance of a renewal license, or submit a new CCW application prior to expiration of the existing CCW term.

Your amendment will be processed when payment is received. You will be contacted to turn in your current license and pick up the amended license.

Click Here to Download the Carry Concealed Weapon License Amendment Form

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Upload the completed amendment form here

References

The Police Department requires the applicant to provide contact information for at least three adults for a character reference.

1. At least one adult cohabitant of the applicant, if applicable, and at least two adults, not living with the applicant and not relatives.

2. Each individual shall provide contact information by which the Chief of Police or authorized designee may contact the character reference. Each character reference must agree to be interviewed on the record. The Chief of Police or authorized designee may conduct an in-person, virtual, or telephonic interview with any character reference to discuss the information in the application.

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Documents

Driver’s License or other Government Approved ID Card

Proof of Residency (2 documents) - Utility Bills etc. Must be in the applicant’s name, have the current residence address, and bills cannot be past due.

Proof of Firearm Ownership / Registration

Birth Certificate, Naturalization Certificate or Valid US Passport

Photograph for CCW License ID Card Follow standard passport photo guidelines

DD-214 (if applicable)

Current or Previous CCW License (if applicable) including a CCW License from another jurisdiction

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Agreement

I certify under penalty of perjury that the statements I have made are true and correct. I authorize the City of San Jose, its agents and employees to seek information and conduct any applicable investigation into the truth of these statements as set forth in this application. I further understand that any misrepresentations, omissions or falsifications will be grounds for the license denial or future revocation. *

I have read the Department's CCW Policies and will abide by the requirements and restrictions. *

PRIVACY NOTICE: San José Police Department Permit Unit

How will my data be used?

The data collected in this application and in follow-up correspondence (emails, letters, etc.) will be used by the City of San José to determine if you (the applicant) qualify for the permit. This may include contacting you via the contact information you provided.

What data is collected?

The City will only collect the data you provide on this application and in follow-up correspondence to certify your permit qualifications. This includes general information (name / company name, date of birth), contact information (address, email, phone number), government identification (driver's license, passport, etc.), and follow-up documentation to certify what you report on this application.

Who can access my data?

Your data will only be accessed by City staff.

How can I correct my data?

You may contact the San Jose Police Department Permit Unit at 408-277-4452 to update information.

How long will my data be stored?

Your data will be stored for six years.

Who can I contact for more information about my data?

You may contact the San Jose Police Department Permit Unit at 408-277-4452 for information about your data.

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PD - CCW Application

San Jose Police Department

Application Instructions:

Procedures AND Qualifications to obtain a CCW can be found on the Department’s website here.

Permit Terms:

Documents:

Payment:

Click here for the current permit fee schedule

Applicant Contact Information

New / Renewal Application

Refer to the Department's CCW Policy document for any questions regarding the process.

Download the following application: California Standard CCW Application

Amendment Form

Click Here to Download the Carry Concealed Weapon License Amendment Form

References

Reference 1 (Adult co-habitant, if applicable)

Reference 2 (Adult not living with the applicant)

Reference 3 (Adult not living with the applicant)

Documents

Agreement