Concealed Carry Weapon License
Click the button below for Concealed Carry Weapon License information and applications. You can apply for a new application, renew your current application or change the address associated with your application.
Concealed Carry Weapon License The process is easier than you think.
General Information
Learning the laws regulating the use of firearms is a must for responsible ownership. Local regulations differ and laws vary from state to state. Citizens must check with the jurisdiction where the firearm is to be used.
In California, the Sheriff and his staff are required to follow strict state and local guidelines when performing the necessary background checks for issuing Concealed Carry Weapon licenses. Due to the detailed nature involved with conducting these background checks, appointment times and processing times can take multiple weeks. During the application process, the applicant will be asked to schedule an appointment for a new Concealed Carry Weapon license.
If the applicant is RENEWING a Concealed Carry Weapon license in Merced County, they may not apply until 90 days before the expiration date listed on their current Concealed Carry Weapon license.
Pricing:
| Type of Permit | Standard 2 Year | Judicial 3 Year | Reserve 4 Year (Must be a Merced County Sheriff Employee only) |
|
Initial Fee |
$50.00 Includes: Filing fee: $10.00 DOJ Livescan fee: $121.00 |
$50.00 Includes: Filing fee: $10.00 DOJ Livescan fee: $143.00 |
$50.00 Includes: Filing fee: $10.00 DOJ Livescan fee: $145.00 |
| Issuance Fee Paid upon the approval of the application |
$50.00 | $50.00 | $50.00 |
| New Fee Breakdown | DOJ Livescan Fee - $121.00 Sheriff's Fee - $100.00 |
DOJ Livescan Fee - $143.00 Sheriff's Fee - $100.00 |
DOJ Livescan Fee - $145.00 Sheriff's Fee - $100.00 |
| Renewal Fee | $82.00 | $104.00 | $117.00 |
| Duplicate/Modification Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 | $10.00 |
- For credit card transactions a nominal credit card transaction fee will be charged for each transaction. Charges will be viewable prior to transaction completion.
- Appointments for New Concealed Carry Weapon licenses will be processed on Monday to Friday - 9am to 12:00am and 1pm to 3:30pm.
- Click the appropriate button on the left of the screen to proceed with an application for a Concealed Carry Weapon license.
Please visit the below website for further information regarding a Concealed Carry Weapon License in Merced County:
Gaining competency with firearms is like learning to drive a car or fly an airplane. You need expert instruction and practice. There is no shortcut. If you are not willing to invest the time and effort to become competent, then having a firearm and trying to use it can, in many instances, be more hazardous than any impending threat.
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For More Information, Contact:
Merced County Sheriff's Office
700 W. 22nd St
Merced, CA 95340
Phone: (209) 385-7559
Fax: (209) 385-7696
Email: mercedsheriffccw@countyofmerced.com
For Technical Support, Contact:
Permitium Software
Email: help@permitium.com
Phone: (855) 642-2453
