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Timestamp: 2019-04-26 00:49:37+00:00

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Normally it's a crime to carry either a loaded or an unloaded firearm in public in California. It doesn't matter whether you are carrying a concealed firearm or one that is openly carried.
Unless you have a CCW permit, publicly carrying a gun in California is against the law... period.
You have completed an acceptable course of firearms training.
Under the recently enacted AB 2103, the training course must be a minimum of 8 hours and include live-fire shooting exercises where the person demonstrates an ability tio handle and shoot the gun safely.
1. What is a California permit to carry a "firearm capable of being concealed on the person"?
2. Who may obtain a permit to carry a "concealed firearm"?
3. What is the application process under Penal Code 26150 and 26155 PC?
The chief or other head of a municipal police department, pursuant to Penal Code 26155.
Penal Code 26150 and 26155 replaced former California Penal Code 12050, effective January 1, 2012. Penal Code 12050 was popularly known as California's law against "carrying a concealed weapon"... "CCW" for short.
Technically, Penal Code 26150 and 26155 don't actually license the carrying of concealed firearms. They cover permits to carry firearms "capable of being concealed on the person." In other words, they deal with permits to carry handguns in public... either openly or concealed.
However, this law is still often referred to as the right to carry a "concealed firearm" or "concealed weapon." Accordingly, in this article, we will sometimes use these terms... as well as "CCW"... simply to mean carrying a handgun in public.
Are California's CCW permit laws unconstitutional?
There was recently some doubt about the constitutionality of California's laws on CCW permits. In 2014, the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals had held—in a case called Peruta v. San Diego County—that the“good cause” requirement violates the Second Amendment right to bear arms.
But in June 2016, the 9th Circuit, sitting "en banc" with all judges present, overturned its earlier holding in Peruta. The full court held that in fact the Second Amendment does not apply to concealed firearms--and thus that there are no constitutional rights implicated by California's "good cause" requirement for concealed weapons permits.
And recently the United States Supreme Court refused to consider a challenge to California's concealed carry law in Peruta v. California. So law-abiding gun owners still need to obtain a CCW in order to carry a concealed weapon.
"We" are Shouse Law Group. Our lawyers include former prosecutors and cops. And we understand California gun laws and California knife laws.
1. What is a California permit to carry "a firearm capable of being concealed on the person"?
This modified permit only pertains to persons in counties with less than 200,000 people. If you qualify for a regular CCW permit, these restrictions do not apply.
Traditionally, both the sheriff and police chief have maintained that carrying a concealed weapon is a privilege, not a right. You must, therefore, meet all their criteria before they will issue you this type of license.
This has been the case for each renewal application as well. Simply stating that "all conditions under which this CCW permit was originally issued remain the same" does not establish good cause.11 You must present evidence as to why this is the case.
The “good cause” requirement has been challenged in federal court, in a case called Peruta v. San Diego County. The plaintiffs in the Peruta case argued that the “good cause” requirement as it was administered by the sheriff of San Diego County was unconstitutional.
It is possible that the Peruta ruling will be appealed to the Supreme Court of the United States. If this happens, then California's law on CCW licenses may be in doubt once again.
Certain classes of people are prohibited from possessing, owning, purchasing, or receiving firearms in California. This means they are also prohibited from obtaining firearm carry permits.
The paper application. All issuing agencies...that is, your local county sheriff or the chief or head of your local municipal police department...require that you submit a uniform application to carry a firearm in California.Fees for the initial application or the renewal application may vary depending on the issuing agency but average between $100 and $200.
the consequences of publicly carrying a firearm.
The psychological evaluation. This third phase does not apply to all counties / cities. If conducted in your area, you will be required to undergo psychological testing. Your fee for this evaluation will not exceed $150.
*The second phase is also when they will take your fingerprints. And some agencies may require a second interview.
Nor does it normally protect you under Penal Code 417 PC California's law against brandishing a weapon.21 Penal Code 417 makes it a crime to withdraw, exhibit, or use a gun in a threatening or angry manner.
"The reason you obtain a CCW permit in the first place is to protect yourself. So its stands to reason that if you use your gun, it is because you did so in self-defense. Depending on the circumstances, California's self-defense laws may excuse your otherwise criminal conduct."
Whatever your restrictions are, you must abide by them in order to keep your license. If circumstances change, you are free to seek an amendment to your permit from the issuing agency.25 If you do not abide by the conditions, your permit can be revoked.
Some states have reciprocity with others, which means that they will recognize an out-of-state CCW permit. California is not one of them.
Certain states may recognize your California firearms carry license. Others may not even require you to hold a permit to carry a concealed firearm.
Because these laws vary by state, it is a good idea to check the local laws before attempting to cross state lines with a firearm.
Additionally, the Transportation Security Administration and airlines have strict rules relating to travel with firearms and ammunition. It is recommended that air travelers check the TSA and applicable airline websites for details.
Shouse Law Group does not handle any matters regarding gun rights, restoring gun rights, or obtaining a CCW permit. We offer this page for information only.
If you or loved one is charged with a crime related to Penal Code 26150 and 26155 PC obtaining a CCW and you are looking to hire an attorney for representation, we invite you to contact us at Shouse Law Group. We can provide a free consultation in office or by phone. We have local offices in Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley, Pasadena, Long Beach, Orange County, Ventura, San Bernardino, Rancho Cucamonga, Riverside, San Diego, Sacramento, Oakland, San Francisco, San Jose and throughout California.
(3) The applicant is a resident of the county or a city within the county, or the applicant's principal place of employment or businesses in the county or a city within the county and the applicant spends a substantial period of time in that place of employment or business.
(2) Where the population of the county is less than 200,000persons according to the most recent federal decennial census, a license to carry loaded and exposed in only that county a pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person.
California Penal Code 25400 PC.
California Penal Code 26010 PC -- Carrying a loaded firearm in public. Section 25850 does not apply to the carrying of any handgun by any person as authorized pursuant to Chapter 4 (commencing with Section 26150) of Division 5.
California Penal Code 26350 PC.
California Penal Code 25610 PC.
(1) The firearm is within a motor vehicle and it is locked in the vehicle's trunk or in a locked container in the vehicle.
Penal Code 16750(a) -- As used in Section 25400, "lawful possession of the firearm" means that the person who has possession or custody of the firearm either lawfully owns the firearm or has the permission of the lawful owner or a person who otherwise has apparent authority to possess or have custody of the firearm. A person who takes a firearm without the permission of the lawful owner or without the permission of a person who has lawful custody of the firearm does not the have lawful possession of the firearm.
See same. Note that on September 26, 2018 California Governor Jerry Brown signed into law AB 2103. This bill requires that the training course be at least 8 hours and requires that "the course of training to include instruction on firearm handling and shooting technique and to also include a demonstration by the applicant of shooting proficiency and safe handling of each firearm the applicant will be licensed to carry and to include live-fire exercises conducted on a firing range. The bill [requires] a licensing authority to establish, and make available to the public, standards it uses when issuing licenses with regards to the live-fire shooting exercises it requires, as specified. By imposing additional requirements on local licensing authorities, this bill [creates] a state-mandated local program."
See Penal Code 26150 and 26155 PC -- Concealed weapon permits, endnote 2, above.
Peruta v. Cty. of San Diego (9th Cir. Feb. 13, 2014) No. 10-56971, slip op. at 6-7.
Peruta v. Cty. of San Diego (June 9, 2016) No. 10-56971.
Peruta v. Cty. of San Diego (June 9, 2016) No. 10-56971, slip op. at 11. ("We hold that the Second Amendment does not preserve or protect the right of a member of the general public to carry concealed firearms in public.").
See Attachments 1-3 on the California CCW permit application.
(c) Except in the case of a first violation involving not more than two firearms as provided in Sections 30605 and 30610, for purposes of this article, if more than one assault weapon or .50 BMGrifle is involved in any violation of this article, there shall be a distinct and separate offense for each.
(b) Ammunition that contains or consists of a flechette dart, as prohibited by California Penal Code 30210.
(f) A camouflaging firearm container, as prohibited by Section24310.
(p) A metal military practice hand grenade or a metal replica hand grenade, as prohibited by Section 19200.
(q) A multiburst trigger activator, as prohibited by Section32900.
California Penal Code 417 PC(a)(2) -- Every person who, except in self-defense, in the presence of any other person, draws or exhibits any firearm, whether loaded or unloaded, in a rude, angry, or threatening manner, or who in any manner, unlawfully uses a firearm in any fight or quarrel is punishable as follows: (A) If the violation occurs in a public place and the firearm is a pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person, by imprisonment in a county jail for not less than three months and not more than one year, by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by both that fine and imprisonment. (B) In all cases other than that set forth in subparagraph (A), a misdemeanor, punishable by imprisonment in a county jail for not less than three months.
See same. See also Judicial Council Of California Criminal Jury Instruction ("CALCRIM") 3470 -- Right to Self-Defense or Defense of Another (Non-Homicide): The defendant acted in lawful (self-defense/ [or] defense of another) if:  The defendant reasonably believed that (he/she/ [or] someone else/ [or] <insert name of the third party>) was in imminent danger of suffering bodily injury [or was in imminent danger of being touched unlawfully];  The defendant reasonably believed that the immediate use of force was necessary to defend against that danger; AND  The defendant used no more force than was reasonably necessary to defend against that danger.
See also CALCRIM 505 -- Justifiable Homicide: Self-Defense or Defense of Another: The defendant acted in lawful (self-defense/ [or] defense of another) if:  The defendant reasonably believed that (he/she/ [or] someone else/ [or] <insert name or description of third party>) was in imminent danger of being killed or suffering great bodily injury [or was in imminent danger of being (raped/maimed/robbed/ <insert other forcible and atrocious crime>)];  The defendant reasonably believed that the immediate use of deadly force was necessary to defend against that danger; AND  The defendant used no more force than was reasonably necessary to defend against that danger.
San Jose criminal defense attorney Jim Hammer uses his inside knowledge as a former San Francisco Deputy District Attorney to defend clients accused of violating California's firearms laws throughout the Bay Area, including San Francisco, Berkeley, Marin County, and Oakland.
California Penal Code 26200 PC.
(a) A license issued pursuant to this article may include any reasonable restrictions or conditions that the issuing authority deems warranted, including restrictions as to the time, place, manner, and circumstances under which the licensee may carry a pistol, revolver, or another firearm capable of being concealed upon the person.
California Penal Code 26200(f)(1) -- A person issued a license pursuant to this section may apply to the licensing authority for an amendment to the license to do one or more of the following: (A) Add or delete authority to carry a particular pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person. (B) Authorize the licensee to carry concealed a pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person. (C) If the population of the county is less than 200,000 persons according to the most recent federal decennial census, authorize the licensee to carry loaded and exposed in only that county a pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person. (D) Change any restrictions or conditions on the license, including restrictions as to the time, place, manner, and circumstances under which the person may carry a pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person.
Please feel free to contact our Nevada criminal defense attorneys Michael Becker and Neil Shouse for any questions relating to Nevada's laws on carrying concealed firearms. Their Nevada law offices are located in Reno and Las Vegas.

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