CCW

Concealed Weapons Permit

The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department is dedicated to the safety of its residents. The Sheriff is authorized to issue concealed carry weapon permits (CCW) to county residents who qualify under California law. A CCW authorizes a private person to carry a concealed firearm in public. Please do not call the CCW office to be placed on a cancellation list – we do not have a list available at this time.

** Please fill out your initial application and renewal applications through Permitium **

For information on Senate Bill 2 please see Senate Bill 2: Letter from the Sheriff and Senate Bill 2 Information.

Contact us: (909) 473-3893, or CCWInfo@sbcsd.org

  • Be a full-time resident of San Bernardino County
  • Must have valid identification
  • Be at least 21 years old
  • Own and have a gun registered in California
  • Not have any open criminal cases or pending citations
  • Not have any felony convictions or specified misdemeanors per Penal Code Sections 29900-29905
  • Not be on active probation

To apply for a CCW please click on the following link:

Permitium

The CCW office will contact you to schedule your firearms safety course date. Penal Code Section 26165, requires all CCW permit holders to attend a mandatory 16-hour training course before issuance of a new CCW permit (Please review all pertinent links below).

CCW Range Flyer
Range Hold Harmless Form
Range Map
Back Entrance Map
Firearms Form

If you are renewing your CCW you will be required to take an 8-hour training course before issuance of your permit.

Range qualification consists of shooting five rounds from the five-yard line, conducting a magazine change/reload, and shooting five additional rounds. You must have a minimum passing score of 80 percent.

To apply to renew a CCW please click on the following links:

Permitium

Firearms Form

  • All retired reserves are required to qualify annually with their firearms.
  • This form must be provided to the range master for completion and forwarded to the CCW office upon successful qualification.
  • The form must be used for all annual qualifications regardless of where the range is located.
  • We will only accept qualifications that occur at a Law Enforcement Range.
  • Failure to qualify annually will result in the revocation of a CCW endorsed ID card.

Retired Reserve Qualifications Form

Please contact the CCW office at (909) 473-3893 or by emailing ccwinfo@sbcsd.org

What are the CCW office hours?
• Monday through Friday, 8am to 4pm excluding holidays
Where is the CCW office located?
• We are located at 18901 Institution Road, San Bernardino, CA 92407
Can I carry standard capacity magazines over 10 rounds with my CCW firearm?
• No, at this time you are only allowed to carry a maximum of a 10-round magazine until further notice
Do I need to notify your office if I have law enforcement interaction, and who can I contact?
• You must notify our CCW division within (3) business days if arrested, questioned, or detained by law enforcement
• If you are pulled over and are carrying your CCW firearm, you must notify our office within (10) business days.
• Send an email to ccwinfo@sbcsd.org *DO NOT CALL
OUR OFFICE*
• Please include reason for contact (i.e. who, what, when, where, why?)
• Be sure to include details of interaction, location of contact, law enforcement agency, and Officer’s name
How many days do I have to report a change of address?
• (10) business days to send an e-mail to our office
• (60) days to complete the change of address process
• You will be required to come to our office with your property tax, grant deed or rental agreement AND major utility bill
in your name reflecting the new address and proof that you have changed your address with the California DMV
Does my driver’s license or vehicle registration show I am a CCW permit holder?
• No, however, our records division is open 24 hours for law enforcement to contact and confirm your status as a CCW
holder
When do I get my gun issued?
• We do not issue firearms. You are required to purchase your own and the firearm MUST be registered to you in the State
of California at the time of application.
Where can I find California gun laws?
• Please refer to the California Department of Justice website
How do I replace a lost or stolen CCW permit?
• You must e-mail our division within (10) business days and provide a copy of the police report
What caliber weapons are accepted?
• .25 caliber up to .45 caliber. No .22 caliber handguns will be allowed
Can I apply for a CCW if I am a convicted felon?
• No; per California Penal Code 29800(a)(1), it is a felony to be a convicted felon in possession of a firearm
How do I update my employment, phone number and/or e-mail information?
• Please e-mail our office at ccwinfo@sbcsd.org
Can I put a shotgun and/or rifle on my CCW permit?
• No, only handguns are allowed to be used for concealment purposes
Can I apply for a San Bernardino County CCW if I live out of the state/county?
• No, you MUST be a full-time resident of San Bernardino County
Can I add/remove a weapon on my permit if I am not due for renewal?
• No, gun modifications are only done at the time of renewal

I was not able to confirm my CCW interview, how can I get it scheduled?
• Please call our office to schedule your appointment at (909) 473-3893
I need to reschedule my CCW interview. Who can I contact?
• Please call our office at (909) 473-3893
What is the best way to contact your office for questions regarding the CCW process? (Please read all FAQ’s before
contacting our office)

• Please e-mail us at ccwinfo@sbcsd.org
I currently have a CCW interview scheduled. Can I get my appointment sooner?
• No, the soonest available appointments are listed online when you schedule your interview. We are not able to give you a
sooner date.
What type of money orders do I need?
• Postal Money order (from the Post Office) is the only accepted form of payment
What documents do I need for my initial CCW interview?
• Please refer to the initial instructions located under “New Application Process” above
• If you fail to bring the required documents, you will be turned away and asked to re-schedule your interview
How can I check the status of my CCW application?
• You can check the status of your application on the Permitium website
What if I do not have a current utility bill in my name?
• You must have a current utility bill with your name on it in order to be processed or you will be turned away *No PAST
DUE amounts will be accepted*
How do I prove I reside with or rent from a family member?
• You must have the homeowner write a letter stating you live with them full time, have the letter notarized AND bring
the property tax bill or grant deed (name on letter must match name on property tax bill or grant deed)
Can I apply if I am not a U.S. citizen?
• Yes; you will be required to bring in your original naturalization papers or green card
What if I do not have a firearm registered to me in California when I schedule my interview?
• Your firearm MUST be registered to you in the State of California at the time of application. *DO NOT BRING THE WEAPON
WITH YOU*
• If you receive a call for your range qualification day, you must schedule at the time of the phone call. You CANNOT
request to wait for a range date because you still need to purchase an additional firearm
Can I use a passport as a form of identification or in place of my birth certificate?
• No, passports are not an accepted form of identification
What name do I put on my application?
• The CCW application is a legal document and the name on your birth certificate MUST match your driver’s license and all
other documentation unless you have had a legal name change and provide court documents or marriage certificate showing
the new name at the time of your interview
Do I need to have my employer complete the Employment Verification form prior to my interview?
• No, only complete the top portion of the form. We will mail the form to your employer.

*The Victorville CCW Office is NOT accepting CCW renewals at this time*

What type of money orders do I need?
• Postal Money order (from the Post Office) is the only accepted form of payment
How can I check the status of my CCW renewal application?
• You can check the status of your renewal application on the Permitium website
Does my renewal paperwork need to be submitted before my class?
• Once you fill out your application on Permitium you will then be directed to schedule a training class
What if I do not have a current utility bill in my name?
• You must have a current utility bill with your name on it in order to be processed or you will be turned away *No PAST
DUE amounts will be accepted*
How do I prove I reside with or rent from a family member?
• You must have the home owner write a letter stating you live with them full time, have the letter notarized AND bring
the property tax bill or grant deed (name on letter must match name on property tax bill or grant deed)
I want to add a weapon(s) during my renewal process. How do I do that?
• Please inform us that you would like to add a weapon at the time you complete your renewal paperwork
• You must submit your renewal paperwork no less than (30) days prior to expiration in order to be scheduled for a range
day to qualify with the new firearm
What is my CCW number?
• Your CII number located above your first name on your CCW permit

The Glen Helen CCW Office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. 18901 Institution Road, San Bernardino, CA 92407

CLICK HERE to view map and get driving directions to the Glen Helen CCW Office

The Victorville CCW Office is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM. No renewals at this location. 14455 Civic Drive Suite 400, Victorville, CA.

CLICK HERE to view map and get driving directions to the Victorville CCW Office

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