(e.g. 504 E Alvarado St. #207 Fallbrook, CA 92028 760.451.6694. This letter is my formal request to be approved for a concealed carry permit by the sheriffs office. I have a white collar job, and work 3 miles away from home so not all too bummed about it. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Both agree that California's similar law . A lot of people simply state their good cause as self-defense. If an incomplete application package is . The applicant should articulate the threat as it applies personally to the applicant, his or her family, or employees. Traveling with equipment holding sensitive data is a valid reason. Especially ones that will help me decide on my good cause. (14) Business owners who are at heightened risk due to valuables associated with their profession or business activities (e.g., Au/Ag dealers, jewelry dealers, MD/pharmacists/pharma sales rep, business owner or landlord making cash sales or rental deposits, maybe NRA Instructor, RSO and FFL dealers due to regularly transporting "inherently dangerous property"). The nature of my business or occupation is such that it is subject to personal risk and / or criminal attack, greater than the general population. Utah CCW Firearms Instructor American CCW - Academy Security Training 25202 Crenshaw Blvd. I'm sure some of you are aware that Paladin from the CalGuns forum has color-coded the California counties showcasing how difficult it is to get a CCW. STEP 1: Watch the video STEP 2: Visit the San Diego Sheriff's CCW Webpage VISIT WEBSITE STEP 3: Browse the SDCGO Good Cause Worksheets VIEW PDF STEP 4: (That info is about 6 months old but I think I can say that Frisco is the lowest county. That the rule here. I definitely think the map is off on the high side (favorable to us) by a color for Alameda and Coco Counties. You need to articulate why you are personally at riskcould be as simple as felon release programs, rising crime in your area, antifa/BLM riots, and LE not being adequately funded. Your equipment is not only used (let's say it would fetch $600), but also it's stolen (might then drop that to $300). Especially if you have recently gotten yours. While at work I have the security of an in-place infrastructure for safety, while I am commuting I do not. I'm pretty sure Kern county's good case policy is "I leave my house sometimes". I've heard that Sacramento County is handing them out like candy. How would I go about getting one in San Diego? Thats good to hear! Talk about something that actually happened that relates back to your good cause. The article above says the "average" issuance per county is 3. ..I do have another reason to conceal and it was because I go camping and offroading in the middle of nowhere with family all the time. Thursday, the U.S. Supreme Court issued one of its most significant gun law rulings in more than a decade, tossing out New York state's tight restrictions on who can carry a concealed gun in public. Riverside County Good Cause Worksheet___________________________________________________________________Step 1 - The Ask:Example: I am asking to be issued a CCW so I can legally carry a firearm because I am at greater risk that the general public because I ____________.___________________________________________________________________Step 2 - Details:Make the case for why you are a target.Who will attack you? My coworker recently has his CCW approved and he used that he goes camping sometimes. If a small minority of people attempt such an insurrection to grab power and enslave the people, the RKBA of the whole is our insurance against their success. Damn. In accordance with California Penal Code 26150 et. REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz Atty. On Appeal from the United States District Court Just asked for a letter from my employer, Im on the board of the company. While this may work with SLO Co SO, it will not with Alameda Co SO; not sure re. And what good cause can look like for people. There's time stamps to jump around. I also have experience hunting both deer and elk. (1 2) Mauserguy. (11) Employees (e.g., business managers, property managers) who are at heightened risk due to valuables associated with their employment (e.g., Au/Ag, jewelry, pharmaceuticals, firearms, ammo or gunpowder ("inherently dangerous property"), cash sales or rental deposits). Ihaveshotrifles,handgunsandshotguns, myentirelife. Rob Bonta has advised California law enforcement agencies that the "good cause". Important information about the application and review process are described in the written Alameda County Sheriff's Office CCW Policy. I'm in CoCo and Livingston aint having it unless you live out behind Danville. Plus, remember that equipment that cost you $1,000 isn't equivalent to someone making $500 cash deposits. While commuting to and from work or antiquing, I have encountered suspicious, vagrant people who I suspect to be users of drugs or apart of a criminal element have enquired about the nature of my job or what I am carrying in my vehicle in regards to the amount of tool or antiques I collect. Range qualification was with a B-27 type target. I can assure you there is at least 2 lol. ProTip: Avoid saying "because cops are useless road pirates". When I am not working as a diesel mechanic, I am also an avid antiques collector and travel around California to find good deals on antiques. list (Legalities) (444), Abbreviations commonly used in this forum (4), Looking for better sights for my S/W Shield (9), What the best and most mousy CCW gun in .380 on The Roster? You will have to select an instructor based on ones they have approved. Personal protection is warranted to mitigate a threat to the applicant that the applicant is able to substantiate.7. For the first time ever, LA County has gone down to the Yellow Tier for Good Cause when issuing out CCW permits. Get letter from employer supporting the application and willingness to accept liability, copies of relevant certificates/licenses, photos of you on the job, etc. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Im thinking about making a video on this sort of topic and was looking to have some direct sources from people that live in restricted counties. To qualify for a CCW license, you must: Be a resident of the county where you are applying; Be 21 or older; Provide a "good cause" for why you should be issued a license; Provide proof of ownership or registration of the firearm you want to be licensed to carry; and Take an approved CCW training course. All the below will likely pass in a Light Green county. endorsed by any law enforcement agency. Concealed Weapons Permit. Liquor Store, Mini-Mart, Bank, Cash Only Business, Check Cashing or Hard Loan Business)5. It was decades ago so I might give it a shot if I tighten up my accuracy. Calguns.org is the back up forum for the . Forthese. Iwasgoingtobeattacked,harmed,orpossiblykilled. Getting The Paperwork You can get the paperwork for concealed carry applications from any local law enforcement agency. TLDR: If you can get 50+ shots all inside the silhouette of a B-27 target at 15 yards you should be ok. Kinda cracks me up that LA is surrounded by dark green and one light green county. 60 Posts . Never really felt the need to carry, but would be nice to have the option. The criminal element in question would easily be able to turn my tools and antiques into money due to the easy of selling such items. the policy of your local Sheriff's Department Good Cause criteria. US Law Shield covers the use of any weapon, including your hands, as well as protection from illegal firearm confiscation. Threats to personal safety may be verbal or demonstrated through actual harm committed in the place of work, neighborhood or regular routes of travel for business. Your CCW may be restricted to on-the-job only. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. I was wondering about this one too. Placer County
This occurred in an area with poor cell phone reception where I was isolated and police response time would be considerable. I'm in Riverside county but my IA is our local PD. A new Carry a Concealed Weapon, or CCW, unit within the Sheriff's Department could increase an already rising number of permits issued within Los Angeles County, those familiar with the CCW. Application was approved only a few days after the interview. LASD under Sheriff Jim McDonnell was like this per the CSA's report: 25 out of 25 audited files did not follow their own CCW policy re. There are 3 levels in Dark Red (from most restrictive to least): actual No Issue. I've heard from a few people that self defense is good enough in Kern, but I was wondering if a few people might be will to chine in. This is simply a format to expand upon our classroom instruction and
The following are only examples of good cause statements used by other applicants in various counties here in CA. Please refer to your classroom lesson as well as the training packet
DearRiversideCountySheriffsDepartment: Thisletterismyformalrequesttobeapprovedforaconcealedcarrypermitbythesheriffs, office. About 2 out of every 1000 Californians has a CCW permit. Nice work. Step 4 What is Your Experience Level?Your level of proficiency does not necessarily count as your good cause, but it is important to add a sentence or two to your good cause statement talking about your experience and training with firearms.1. The reason for this increased risk is that I am a diesel mechanic and constantly transporting thousands of dollars in tools to and from my job site. 1. It is not out of the ordinary for me to transport upwards of $10,000 dollars worth of bicycles in my vehicle. Nos. Taft, California. He may be a higher target due to such property. All the below Good Causes will likely pass in a Dark Green county. The fact that in some counties we have to play this "kabuki theater" while in other counties "self defense" is a legitimate reason is unfortunate. For these reasons, I am requesting that I be granted a concealed weapons permit.For these reasons, I feel that my life is in jeopardy and require the concealed weapons permit to comply with the law and protect my life.Because of this, I am afraid that I will be killed or injured. If your county is not listed above, we do not have information on thegood cause (or
The 4-hour Renewal course is offered on one Friday of each month, as well as two Saturday's each month, from 8:00am to Noon or 12:30pm. This subreddit is for the civil discussion of all things regarding California gun laws, rules, regulations and ownership. (e.g. Thanks. Occasionally,mytradecallsformetoworksomenightswhenitsvery. When I lived there it was red/yellow. Why will they attack you? (7), P365 Serial Number for CCW application (7), Why open carry is not a wise option (4), Gun Magnets with Concealed Carry Permit (17), I Know, I know, 9MM is just as good, but (43), carry in restaurants and common carriers (22), CCW Instructor recommendation for my daughter (5), DOJ Background timeline firearm clearance (0). (12) The nature of the business or occupation of the applicant is such that it is subject to personal risk and / or criminal attack, greater than the general population (e.g., private investigators, some lawyers, process servers, plain clothes security guards, bodyguards, fugitive recovery agents/"bounty hunters," taxi drivers). Remember, Good Cause has to do with your risk level compared to the general public and not how good you are with a firearm.______________________________________________________________________________Step 5 Make a Request for Your Permit:I am afraid that I will be killed or injured as a result of these activities. (written description of your business activities, copies of relevant certificates/licenses, provide photos of you doing job, etc) N.B. N.B. Personal protection or self-defense is sufficient to establish good cause Few of us can get issued here. I am particularly at personal risk when arriving to the areas and prepping, as well as when I return from training and am cleaning and loading the equipment. Would that work in SB you think? Thenatureofmyoccupationsubjectsmetopersonalriskor, attackgreaterthanthegeneralpopulation. The OP should use 2014 Dec numbers from here when he doesn't have more recent numbers: It's B.S. These people could easily attack me due to the hours I am commuting early in the morning or late at night. Good cause for extending the time limit. Camp, hike, run, walk the dogs, or go jogging in the park? Include the details that talk about your specific situation rather than talking about random or general threats. residency and 24 out of 25 did not follow their own policy on GC. (SF, LA and Alameda have this as their only acceptable GC, but I've heard Alameda & LA do not approve or deny not in conformity to their published policy. He has done quite a bit of research into the counties to keep the community updated and I would trust his judgement when it comes to determining what kind of "good cause" you have and how that fits into the counties (i.e. So that particular graphic is where I pulled the numbers that have a "~" next to them from. JustasIwasabouttocontactthepolice,aco-worker, ThisoneincidentleftmefeelingreallyvulnerablebecauseIfearedformylife. Specifically in counties that are more difficult to receive them. Each county may differ when it
I submitted my OC CCW Application today (7/22/21). Your CCW may be restricted to on-the-job only. You seem really nice, we should hang out all the time. The information provided inthe training packet is
(10) Employees at heightened risk due visiting isolated locations required by their employment (e.g., female RE agents showing houses to strangers at all hours while alone). They now have 4. (See class schedule page for specific dates) The cost is only $249.00 for the 8-hour Initial CCW Permit Class. See ~2/3rds down at: https://www.auditor.ca.gov/reports/s019-041/table3) Last is Virtual No Issue: this is where they issue for category #15 below and only for that. 240+ examples of CCWs Saving Lives . Powered by Squarespace. Below I've posted directly what Paladin had to say about it. 99 0 obj
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Step 5 Make a Request for Your PermitI am afraid that I will be killed or injured as a result of these activities. TheseareasandbecauseitsstilldarkoutsidewhenIstartwork. He was telling growers they should have firearms on hand to prevent rip offs and because his guys can't get there quickly enough most of the time. I Know, I know, 9MM is just as good, but. Its super fucked, and as an LEO, I have no problem saying that. That seems like a good sign. The Sheriff, upon proof that the person applying is of good moral character, that the person applying satisfies residency or business location requirements, and has completed a course of training may issue to that person a carry concealed weapons license. Of this, minimum divisible area is 8,977 square feet. and our This is pretty big. Your CCW may be restricted to on-the-job only. 50 rounds each at 15, 10 and 5 yards. I'm really glad I live in a green county. Already one person with a "light red" Good Cause has been approved for a CCW. If other people have any experiences I would love to hear them. Your CCW may be restricted to on-the-job only. I would say we have it nice living in Kern, if you need any help with the process send me a PM. Step 2 The Who, What, Where, How, and When Details1. (8) Lives in a remote area with little or no cellphone coverage and/or long LE response times. Current availability totals 8,977 square feet. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. I live in shasta and I had a harder time getting eggs from the grocery store than getting my ccw. Provide police reports if available.Example: On a job site or work location I was confronted by 3 men who were confrontational and trespassing on private property. Avid shooter who often goes to a range before or after work, as seen by club membership card, receipts and photos. with the Placer County Sheriff's Department. take your valuables or harm you, or both)3. (10), LASD: add WML and RedDot to gun on license? I actually do hike a lot. El Dorado,
The firearm cannot be registered to any other family member. Application for CCW, the applicant must show "good cause" exists for the issuance of a CCW permit. that could harm the company if leaked. Some counties in the state issue for self defense. 130 0 obj
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cause and issuance policies. I have been approved for one with a solid Yellow Good Cause statement - meaning, my job puts me at a heightened risk of injury and no other precautions are suitable to prevent or reduce the chances of something happening. Have you graduated from any training classes?How long have you been involved in the shooting sports?Have you had any training is the ethics or legal aspects of using lethal force?Include as much as you can, but do not exceed a couple of sentences about your experience.