Got my DOJ clearance letter! (sac county) would like some advice.

[sharxbyte]

Now I need to schedule a concealed carry training course. I'm strapped for cash right now, and have to balance finding a good course, with availability (for both me and the course/instructor) as well as something thats not too expensive...

anyone have particularly good experiences (please let me know of any bad ones too) with any of the Sacramento area instructors?

From what I've seen so far, I can expect to pay $180+ for a 16 hour course with range time, but if anyone has any good deals I'd be happy to hear about those too.

Then theres the $80 for the final appointment.

So with $20 for the initial appt, $120 for the live scan, ~$180 for a training course and $80 for the final appointment, it will come to a total of $400.

I have 60 days (from march 28) to take the course and have my final appointment scheduled. For those wanting to know, my initial appointment was the 30th of January. I got the email clearing me for Livescan on Mar 1.

As far as availability, My best (without rescheduling work, which I cant afford to do) days are sunday and monday...

Thanks for any advice or tips in advance!

[nine mil thrill]

do yourself a favor and call universal security on fruitridge road. 916-393-7878
they alternate their training days to help people in your situation. it is a very "matter of fact" training course. (you are not a navy seal when you complete it)

[BrokerB]

the money you spend on training is the best part of that money spent. I used Wes at LFI..was excellent- but I think Weekends only- 16 hours is tough to split into mulit days.

[StraightShot04]

CSTA off of Freeport. $100 only (916) 399-2010

http://casecuritytraining.com/

[madstyle1]

+1 on universal security academy. Very affordable

[esy]

Originally Posted by StraightShot04

CSTA off of Freeport. $100 only (916) 399-2010

http://casecuritytraining.com/

2nd.

[dobek]

Wes at LFI - I understand the money issue - but you want quality training. Bad training isn't something you want to bet YOUR life on.

Steve

[speedline]

http://casecuritytraining.com/
THEY ALSO DO WEEKENDS $100 FOR CLASS
THESE GUYS HAVE BEEN AROUND FOR OVER 25
YEARS IN SAC.

[sharxbyte]

Thanks all! have a class booked with Wes for May 7th and 8th, and final appt on may 21!

[Cali-Glock]

Originally Posted by sharxbyte

Thanks all! have a class booked with Wes for May 7th and 8th, and final appt on may 21!

Wes' training is fantastic. I am a HUGE fan!!!

[XVIga_Rob]

I need to get into a class as well. Looking at a few options......Anyone have a link for LFI?

[Markinsac]

Originally Posted by XVIga_Rob

I need to get into a class as well. Looking at a few options......Anyone have a link for LFI?

http://www.lfiguns.com/

[tb0n3z]

pm sent

[Shenaniguns]

Avoid the Security Schools and go with LFI.

[paul0660]

$120 sounds like a lot for livescan.......like 4 times too much. It has been a while since I paid for one.

[Shenaniguns]

Originally Posted by paul0660

$120 sounds like a lot for livescan.......like 4 times too much. It has been a while since I paid for one.

http://www.sacsheriff.com/organizati...heriff/ccw.cfm

Step 4 - You will receive notification, generally within 30 days, if your application for a Concealed Weapons Permit has been approved or denied. If you are denied, you can review the appeals process below if you want to appeal the board's decision. If your application was approved, you will also receive a Department of Justice (DOJ) LiveScan form and LiveScan instructions. DOJ processes your fingerprints and notifies the Sheriff's Department of your clearance to carry a CCW permit. DOJ charges a fee of approximately $122 for the fingerprinting, criminal history check and firearms eligibility letter. The DOJ clearance usually takes 30-90 days. During this waiting time, its recommended that you take any necessary training requirements.

[paul0660]

Jeez.........they are not encouraging us are they?

Just looked at the MCSO website, I am not sure what is needed for sac.

Services

Fingerprinting
We offer fingerprinting services to the community on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays between 8:00 to 11:00 and from 1:00 pm to 4:00 p.m. No appointment is necessary.

Please have the agency that is sending you complete their portion of the Livescan Application form prior to coming to our office.

It will be necessary for you to provide us with current picture ID at the time of your printing.

Our fingerprinting services are provided at the Mendocino County Sheriff's Office located at 951 Low Gap Road, Ukiah, CA .

FEE SCHEDULE


Mendocino County Sheriff's Office $12.00
California Department of Justice $32.00
Federal Bureau of Investigation $24.00
California Department of Social Services $10.00
Child Abuse Index $15.00
California Department of Justice Firearms Division $34.00

[Bob229]

Another vote for CSTA. Only $100 and Ken, the instructor, is a great guy. http://casecuritytraining.com/

[sharxbyte]

By the way, Wes's and Joe's training did NOT disappoint. Definitely sending my Fiancee there for her training as well.

[Wicked Pete]

Yea, money, money and more money.

And....with the price of ammo...more money!