No illegal drug use. Permits are invalid if you violate any of the following No alcohol consumption while exercising the permit and carrying the weapon. No weapons where prohibited by law i.e. State Capital Building, State Parks, Federal land and Airports. New applicants need to fill out an application which will be reviewed by the Support Services Commander. It is best that the applicant has all ready qualified with the weapon.
New laws allow concealed weapons permits to be issued for two years.
Your permit is good only in the state of California except for the restricted areas where weapons and not allowed. After the interview, you will have your fingerprints taken in which a check will be done by the Department of Justice. It takes approximate four to six weeks to get back the results from the Department of Justice. Upon receiving this notice, your permit having been approved will be mailed to you. Helpful information Keep in mind the concept of having a concealed weapons permit means a weapon that can be concealed.