Concealed Weapons Permits

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About Concealed Weapons Permits

The Sausalito Police Department will fairly and impartially Sausalito Police Patch consider all applications to carry firearms in accordance with applicable law and policy.

Per Supreme Court ruling in New York Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen, the applicant's requirement to establish "good cause" to get a concealed carry permit was deemed unconstitutional.

To comply with the ruling, the Sausalito Police Department will no longer enforce this requirement, or require applicants to demonstrate good cause to qualify for a license to carry a firearm.

How to Apply for a Concealed Weapon Permit

Prior to submitting your application, please e-mail the Sausalito Police Department at at ccwapplications@sausalito.gov so we can determine if you reside within our jurisdiction.

If you do not reside within the jurisdiction of the City of Sausalito you will have to inquire with the local municipality in which you live.

Qualified applicants may use the following application to to apply for a Concealed Weapon Permit:

CCW Application

Who is a Qualified Applicant?

In order to qualify for a license to carry a firearm, the applicant must meet certain requirements, including:

Be a resident of the City of Sausalito (Penal Code § 26150; Penal Code § 26155)
Be at least 21 years of age (Penal Code § 29610)
Fully complete an application that will include substantial personal information
- Much of the information in the application may be subject to public access under the Public Records Act
Be free from criminal convictions that would disqualify the applicant from carrying a firearm
Fingerprints will be required and a complete criminal background check will be conducted
Be of good moral character (Penal Code § 26150; Penal Code § 26155)
Pay all associated application fees. These fees are set by statute and may not be refunded if the application is denied
Provide proof of ownership or registration of any firearm to be licensed
Be free from any psychological conditions that might make the applicant unsuitable for carrying a firearm (Penal Code § 26190)
Complete required training (Penal Code § 26165)

Initial Application Process - Please Read Carefully

NOTICE! FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH ANY SECTION OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN DELAYS IN PROCESSING YOUR APPLICATION.

1.You must be a full-time resident of Sausalito who can legally own, purchase and possess a firearm in California to receive a CCW license. All applicants must complete a psychological evaluation and undergo a background check, including an applicant interview and reference checks.

2. Complete the California State Standard Application (BOF 4012) found on the DOJ website.

3. Submit your application with the following:

Valid CA Driver License or CA ID Card
Your current Sausalito address must be on record with the CA DMV
Proof of residency: Copies of two (2) consecutive statements that reflect your name and your Sausalito address from one of the following service providers:
- Gas/Electric
- Water, Garbage
- Home Internet
- Cable/Satellite
- Home Phone
- Credit Card Statement
- Bank Account (Mortgage account and property tax statements NOT accepted.)
Letters of reference from three separate individuals. If you cohabitate with someone, one of your references must be the person you cohabitate with. Note: Penal Code 26202(b)(2) requires us to contact your references directly. Please let them know they should expect a phone call or email from a Sausalito investigator. References not responding to us is the most frequent delay in getting licenses approved.
Proof of ownership or registration of each firearm to be licensed.

5. Live Scan requirement: Once you have applied online and submitted the required documents, schedule a Live can fingerprint appointment. Live Scan appointments can be scheduled at livescans@sausalito.gov.

6. Psychological Exam requirement: The applicant will be required to submit to a psychological exam.

The purpose of any such psychological testing is intended only to identify any outward indications or history of psychological problems that might render the applicant unfit to carry a firearm. This testing is not intended to certify in any other respect that the applicant is psychologically fit. If it is determined that the applicant is not a suitable candidate for carrying a firearm, the applicant shall be removed from further consideration (Penal Code § 26190).
The cost of such psychological testing shall be paid by the applicant.

7. Firearms Training and Qualification: The applicant shall successfully complete a firearms safety and proficiency examination with the firearms to be licensed by a department-approved firearms safety and proficiency examination, including completion of all releases and other forms. The applicant shall also complete a course of training approved by the department with all firearms to be licensed. The cost of any outside inspection/examination shall be the responsibility of the applicant.

Upon successful completion of the above portion of the application, the applicant shall be scheduled for a personal interview with the Chief of Police or their authorized designee. During this stage, there will be further discussion of any potential restrictions or conditions that might be placed on the license. Once the Chief of Police or their authorized designee has verified the successful completion of the application process, the license to carry a firearm will either be granted or denied.

Questions about Concealed Weapons Permits

If you have questions about concealed weapons permits, please email ccwapplications@sausalito.gov.

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