CCW Preliminary Eligibility Determination

Official Self-Assessment Tool

CCW Preliminary Eligibility Determination

Complete this quick 14-question statutory checklist to determine if you meet California Department of Justice (DOJ) & county sheriff criteria to apply for a Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) permit.

Important Legal Disclaimer Read disclosure

This preliminary eligibility questionnaire is provided for informational and educational guidance only. It is intended to help applicants make an initial assessment under California Penal Code § 26150 / SB2 and federal firearms law.

Your responses do not constitute an official permit application and will not be submitted directly to licensing agencies. Final permit issuance remains subject to full background investigation and approval by your local Sheriff or Police Chief.

Step 1: Applicant Profile & Jurisdiction

Please enter your basic information so we can tailor the legal checklist and course recommendations to your county.

Step 2: Statutory Firearm Eligibility Checklist (14 Questions)

Please answer each question truthfully. All fields are required to calculate your legal eligibility standing.

1 Have you renounced US citizenship? *
2 Are you a U.S. Citizen? *
3 Are you 21 years of age or older? *
4 Do you suffer from a physical infirmity that prevents the safe handling of a weapon or firearm? *
5 Do you desire a legal means to carry a concealed firearm for lawful self-defense? *
6 Are you a fugitive from justice? *
7 Are you currently under arrest or charged with any felony? *
8 Are you currently under arrest or charged with any crime of violence? *
9 Are you currently under arrest or charged with any crime of domestic violence? *
10 Are you currently under arrest or charged with a crime relating to controlled substances? *
11 Are you currently residing in the United States? *
12 Have you been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence? *
13 Have you been found guilty of a crime relating to controlled substances within the past 3 years? *
14 If you are a veteran of the Armed Forces, were you discharged under dishonorable conditions? *

Step 3: Anti-Spam Security Verification

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Please solve this simple math question to confirm you are a human applicant:

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