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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. Residents applying for a CCW license must fully understand all requirements and laws related to carrying a concealed weapon in California. Please contact your legal counsel if you have any questions or need further guidance.
Effective April 22nd, 2025, Non-California Residents can now apply for a California Concealed Carry Weapon License.
You must apply with, and attest under oath, that the jurisdiction to which you are applying is the primary location in California where you intend to travel or spend time. Please review the information on this page and on the issuing agency website for full instructions on what you will need to apply for a CCW.
In California, the Sheriffs/Police Chiefs and their 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 or months.
ALL INITIAL APPLICANTS requesting a New CCW License will be referred for psychological testing for the purpose of identifying any outward indications or history of psychological problems which may render the applicant unfit to carry a firearm. Applicants will pay the Psychological Evaluation Fee ($414.97) directly to the provider. The Psychologist will notify the Police Department of the results of the evaluation. If you pass the psychological evaluation, you will receive notification to proceed to the firearm training requirement. If it is determined you are not a suitable candidate for carrying a firearm, your CCW license application will be declined and you will be removed from further consideration (PC26190).
ALL INITIAL applicants that pass the Psychological Evaluation will be required to attend a 16-hour CCW training course and qualification. The Police Department will provide details and notify you via email when it is time to complete this required training. California's DOJ CCW training and qualification course will include instruction and live-fire shooting exercises, covering firearm safety, handling of the firearm, shooting technique, and laws regarding the permissible use of a firearm. Renewal applicants will be required to attend an 8-hour CCW training course and qualification during each renewal period.
NOTICE FOR RENEWAL: If your CCW license was issued by an agency other than the Tracy Police Department, you will need to apply as a NEW applicant. If you are renewing a CCW license issued by the Tracy Police Department, you may not apply until 180 days before the expiration date listed on your current CCW license. Appplications will be processed in the order they are submitted. You may track the progress/status of your order using the Order Tracker.
Failure to upload all required documents during your submission will result in delays in the processing of your application.Processing Fees:
| Type of License |
Standard 2 Year (Residents within the Tracy PD jurisdiction only) |
|
Initial Fee for New Application (includes $93 DOJ fee + $30 rolling fee + $ PD processing fee) |
$296.50 |
|
Final Fee for New Application |
$166.50 |
| Renewal Fee (includes $52 DOJ fee + PD processing fee) | $79.00 |
| Duplicate / Modification Fee | $10.00 |
- Additional Fees WILL be required for Training (vendor fees vary) and Psych Evaluation (provider fee = $414.79).
- A nominal credit card Transaction Fee will be charged.
Click the appropriate button on the left of the screen to proceed with an application for a Concealed Carry Weapon license.
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Concealed Carry Weapon License Requirements: must meet ALL requirements
Authority
California Penal Code sections 26150 and 26155 provide that a Sheriff of a county or the Chief or other head of municipal police department of any city, or city and county, shall issue or renew a license to carry a pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person (Concealed Carry Weapon license).
Who Shall be Issued a License
The Tracy Police Department shall issue a license to persons who are at least 21 years of age, are not a disqualified person to receive such a license, as determined in accordance with the standards set forth in Penal Code 26202, are Tracy residents, and have completed a course of training. All applicants for a Concealed Carry Weapon license will be fingerprinted and state and federal records will be checked to determine if they are eligible to possess firearms. Click here to view all categories that would prohibit a person from possessing firearms and being granted a Concealed Carry Weapon license.
Completing the Application
California Penal Code sections 26150 and 26155 provide that a sheriff of a county or the chief or other head of a municipal police department of any city or city and county shall issue a license to carry a pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person (CCW license). Penal Code section 26175 requires the Attorney General to prescribe a statewide standard application form for a CCW license. Answering all the questions on the Application does not guarantee the issuance of a Concealed Weapon Permit. The determination whether to issue the license is at the discretion of the licensing authority. Pursuant to California Penal Code section 26160, each licensing authority will have a written policy summarizing their requirements for issuance of a Concealed Weapon Permit. In addition, prior to issuing a Concealed Weapon Permit, the California State Statutes require proof that:
- The applicant is not a disqualified person to receive such a license, as determined in accordance with the standards set forth in Penal Code 26202;
- The applicant is at least 21 years of age, and presents clear evidence of the person’s identity and age, as defined in Penal Code 16400;
- The applicant is a resident of that city or city and county. Prima facie evidence of residency within the county or a city within the county includes, but is not limited to, the address where the applicant is registered to vote, the applicant’s filing of a homeowner’s property tax exemption, and other acts, occurrences, or events that indicate presence in the county or a city within the county is more than temporary or transient. The presumption of residency in the county or city within the county may be rebutted by satisfactory evidence that the applicant’s primary residence is in another county or city within the county;
- The course of training prescribed by the licensing authority has been completed.
- The applicant is the recorded owner, with the Department of Justice, of the pistol, revolver, or other firearm for which the license will be issued.
Non-California Resident Applicants
Prior to issuing a Concealed Weapon Permit, the California State Statutes require proof that:
- A member of either:
- the California Rifle & Pistol Association, Incorporated,
- Gun Owners of America, Inc.,
- Gun Owners of California, Inc.,
- The Second Amendment Foundation, or
- Firearms Policy Coalition.
- The applicant is not a disqualified person to receive such a license, as determined in accordance with the standards set forth in Penal Code 26202;
- Attest, under oath, the intention that they intend to spend time within the subsequent 12 months in the California jurisdiction to which they are applying;
- The applicant is at least 21 years of age, and presents clear evidence of the person’s identity and age, as defined in Penal Code 16400;
- In connection with Penal Code section 26150, subdivision (a)(2) or section 26155, subdivision (a)(2), a Nonresident Applicant may present a valid driver’s license or valid identification card issued by the Nonresident Applicant’s state of residence, in lieu of a valid California driver’s license or identification card. If the Nonresident Applicant’s driver’s license or identification card does not set forth the applicant’s current address, the applicant can—consistent with the policy for state resident applicants—submit other reliable documentation, including current utility bills, current out‐of‐state CCW license with a correct address, or other reasonable indicia of ongoing residency matching the address provided on the application;
- The course of training prescribed by the licensing authority has been completed.
- The applicant is the recorded owner, with the Department of Justice, of the pistol, revolver, or other firearm for which the license will be issued.
Character References
You will need to provide the names and contact information of three persons willing to serve as references. One of the three must be a person described in Penal Code section 273.5, subdivision (b) (your spouse, or former spouse, your cohabitant or former cohabitant, your fiancée, or someone with whom you have, or previously had, an engagement or dating relationship, or the mother or father of your child), if applicable. At least one of the three must be your cohabitant if applicable. You cannot select an Officer with the Tracy Police Department to use as a reference, unless they are your spouse or cohabitant.
Training Required
If applying for a NEW Concealed Carry Weapon license a course approved by the Tracy Police Department must be completed prior to permit issuance. This course will be a minimum of 16 hours.
If applying for a RENEWAL Concealed Carry Weapon license, an 8 hour course approved by the Tracy Police Department must be completed prior to permit issuance.
Your required training must be completed before being issued your permit.
Non-California Resident Applicants: Nonresident Applicants must complete a training course that meets the criteria set forth in Penal Code section 26165, subdivision (a)(1)‐(3) and (5)‐(6), and subdivision (b).
You may use any of the agency approved online training courses.
For the live‐fire shooting exercises required by Penal Code section 26165, subdivision (a)(6), Nonresident Applicants must complete a live‐fire shooting exercise for each handgun they intend to carry in California. A Nonresident Applicant shall inform the Police Department where the applicant applies of the live‐fire course the applicant intends to complete, and the licensing authority shall either approve such course or suggest an alternative acceptable course within 75 miles of the applicant’s residence.
Prior to Filling Out This Application
Please allow for a minimum of one (1) hour to complete the online application as you will not be allowed to save and complete the application at a later time. Please review the documents required to upload, and have those documents available.
IMPORTANT: Please keep a record of your Order Number after submitting your application. Your Order Number is needed to check your application status and view messages from the CCW Licensing Unit.
NEW CCW Applicants:
- Be prepared to scan a copy of your valid California driver’s license, or state issued ID, which has your current address in the City of Tracy. Your state issued ID must have your current residential or mailing address, within the jurisdiction of the Tracy Police Department.
- Copy of your most recent utility bill or any other sufficient proof of your full-time residency within the City of Tracy as indicated on your application. Proof of residency must be opened and can be provided in the form of a monthly utility bill, mortgage statement or rental agreement, vehicle registration, or a bank statement. If you are providing a bank statement, please redact the account information.
CCW RENEWAL Applicants:
- Be prepared to scan a copy of your valid California driver’s license, or state issued ID, which has your current address in the City of Tracy. Your state issued ID must have your current residential or mailing address, within the jurisdiction of the Tracy Police Department.
- Copy of your most recent utility bill or any other sufficient proof of your full-time residency within the City of Tracy as indicated on your application. Proof of residency’s must be opened and can be provided in the form of a monthly utility bill, mortgage statement or rental agreement, vehicle registration, or a bank statement. If you are providing a bank statement, please redact the account information.
For More Information, Contact:
Tracy Police Department
Address: 1000 Civic Center Drive, Tracy, CA 95376
Telephone: 209-831-6550
Email: ccwunit@tracypd.com
Website: https://tracypd.com/carry-concealed-weapon-license-ccw
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