Orange County Sheriff's Department Concealed Carry Weapons Permit Resources
If you are here, it is because you have taken it upon yourself to make Orange County a safer place by seeking a CCW permit. There is no question that the initial application process in Orange County is a long and arduous process (current wait times for initial appointments are about three months). But by taking the time to learn about what it takes to get a CCW in Orange County on the front end, you can help reduce any delays you may experience during the application process.
First, we encourage you to review CRPA’s comprehensive Orange County CCW Application Guide, which covers in detail each stage of the application process. You can view this guide for free at http://crpa.org/helpfulguides/.
As stated in the guide, if you still have questions about the process or need help in completing the application, you should send an email to [email protected].
Finally, we have linked below some of the most important forms and other information relevant to obtaining, maintaining, and amending a CCW license in Orange County.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
On Tuesday, June 16th,the Senate Public Safety Committee will hear several anti-Second Amendment bills, including AB1743, AB1753, and ...
Friday, May 29, 2026
Today, Friday, May 29th marks the "crossover" deadline for the California Legislature, meaning that all non-fiscal bills must ...
Thursday, May 28, 2026
We’ve consistently highlighted the defects of “red flag” laws, the chief of which is the underlying philosophy that compelling removal of a ...
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
California lawmakers continue pushing sweeping anti-gun legislation targeting law-abiding gun owners, new residents, and even emerging technologies.
Thursday, April 9, 2026
On Monday, April 13th at 10:00 AM, the Senate Committee on Appropriations will hear Senate Bill 948, legislation aimed ...
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
On Tuesday, April 7 at 8:30 AM, the Assembly Public Safety Committee will hear Assembly Bill 1753. Please use ...
Monday, March 30, 2026
California, already well known for its de-policing, non-prosecution, and other soft-on-crime policies, has taken enabling criminals to a whole new ...
Monday, March 30, 2026
The National Rifle Association has taken legal action challenging California’s Handgun Roster, a regulatory regime that effectively bans ...
Monday, March 23, 2026
Today, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California granted a stipulation for final judgment and permanent ...
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
On Tuesday, March 24th the Assembly Committee on Public Safety will hear Assembly Bill 2047, a proposal that would ...
