Alameda

[NewGuy1911]

Librarian,
The psych testing was not addressed in any legislation that might change it; it's still something the issuing agency may require, but it is limited by statute to $150 cost (PC 26190), and they must require it of every applicant.

Sadly, there is no overt evidence that Alameda County is modifying its stance on issuing licenses; best guess is they will remain very difficult to get for some as yet unknown time into the future.

Does everyone go through the psyc test?

[AlwaysLearningCA]

I sent in my application 7+ months ago . I have had an interview, but nothing else. Anytime I ask for any update they just say it takes time.

Anyone familiar with what the definition of "it takes time" refers to in actual time with ALCO SO (i.e. anyone care to share how long it took for them or someone they know under Ahern).

Thanks.

[Mrbmw99]

I spoke with Judy at ACSO two weeks ago. She said the process takes 6-12 months. I asked how SB610 plays into that (remember SB610 specifies 90 days), to which she acknowledged the new 2012 laws, but said it still takes 6-12 months for them. She mentioned the process is handled by employees whose primary role is other internal affair duties.

Keep us updated on your experiences!

[BigMac]

I just had a customer get his ALCO CCW. He got it after 1.5 years.

His need statement involved him being the leader of his neighborhood watch.

1.5 years... dang!

[Scream_4637]

I just had a customer get his ALCO CCW. He got it after 1.5 years.

His need statement involved him being the leader of his neighborhood watch.

1.5 years... dang!

I'm thinking that due to Zimmerman, the neighborhood watch good cause will no longer be accepted.

[sigma6]

Is personal protection a valid GC for alameda county? I'm not even sure if its worth my time to attempt an LTC right now.

[Paladin]

Is personal protection a valid GC for alameda county? I'm not even sure if its worth my time to attempt an LTC right now.

Watch the first minute of the War of the Worlds youtube I posted above (post #205). Ahern will be as influenced by a "self-defense"/personal protection GC statement as the aliens in that movie clip were by quoting Scripture....

Rather than waste your time, money, and effort on Ahern, donate just the money to Calguns Foundation. Oh, and join the NRA if you haven't already. See the quote of Gene Hoffman, Chairman of CGF, in my sig line below. You may want to ck out the other links in my sig line too.

[highender]

and I wanted to apply for CCW.... here in Alameda County ("AlaMUDall " socialist republic.)

they gouge the law abiding citizens, but tons of Alameda residents and gangs and people who should NOT have even a straw to shoot spitballs are carrying ! ! ! I am upset.....

[Paladin]

and I wanted to apply for CCW.... here in Alameda County ("AlaMUDall " socialist republic.)

they gouge the law abiding citizens, but tons of Alameda residents and gangs and people who should NOT have even a straw to shoot spitballs are carrying ! ! ! I am upset.....

"Take a number, pal!"

Until SCOTUS weighs in on RKBA in public (aka "carry"), hopefully next year which means they'll probably publish their opinion June 2013, we should change the title of this thread from "Alameda -- Good Cause statements available" to "Alameda -- abandon all hope, ye who apply here"

[Hank Dodge]

So.....The general concensus is just to not bother to apply here? I've not wanted to apply due to the fact that I don't wish to have a formal denial on my record. Is this sane reasoning? I'm beginning to wonder about it myself. There is no good reason why I should not be allowed to carry a firearm when I choose to do so. Would applying and being denied based on Ahern's unwillingness to issue permits hurt my chances in the future?

[Window_Seat]

So.....The general concensus is just to not bother to apply here? I've not wanted to apply due to the fact that I don't wish to have a formal denial on my record. Is this sane reasoning? I'm beginning to wonder about it myself. There is no good reason why I should not be allowed to carry a firearm when I choose to do so. Would applying and being denied based on Ahern's unwillingness to issue permits hurt my chances in the future?

No, no, and no (and I had to be told that myself).

Erik.

[Paladin]

So.....The general concensus is just to not bother to apply here? I've not wanted to apply due to the fact that I don't wish to have a formal denial on my record. Is this sane reasoning? I'm beginning to wonder about it myself. There is no good reason why I should not be allowed to carry a firearm when I choose to do so. Would applying and being denied based on Ahern's unwillingness to issue permits hurt my chances in the future?

Per my post a few posts above...

Rather than waste your time, money, and effort on Ahern, donate just the money to Calguns Foundation. Oh, and join the NRA if you haven't already. See the quote of Gene Hoffman, Chairman of CGF, in my sig line below. You may want to ck out the other links in my sig line too.

[Paladin]

Alameda Co. Sheriff's Office has updated their website:

https://alamedacountysheriff.org/

Of course, no real info to help residents of Ala Co. who aren't thugs, friends/relatives of thugs, or LEOs....

Only mention re LTCs that I came across was a phone number for CCWs (for civilians), on their contact page.

[Thr1llerrrr]

Alameda CCW

does anyone know what kind of proof of residence they require and will a cell phone bill work, i dont live alone here and my name is not on the lease or anything, also how long is the process of actually getting your ccw in alameda

thankyou

[Cdrridg]

Just found this thread - interesting to see the progression.

My LTC took 10 months in Alameda County. I know the sheriff personally and he treats all the same - "I don't shuffle the deck for anyone". I do know he has put additional personnel on duty in IA to get through the applications faster.

I have to say the CA CCW process is very 'broken' in that it is far from standardized. The hoops that we have to jump through are OK by me. I like the reasoning that we need to be at least proficient and the class taught by the ACSO at the range is top notch (and you have to shoot annually to ensure proficiency). I am good with all of that - the issue I have is that each county has their own standards - it's ridiculous!