Riverside

[rrb009]

Interview

I just submitted my CCW application online. I have an interview scheduled for October 18. I feel nervous, to be honest. I was wondering what are things that I should expect or if there is anything to do or any way to prepare for the interview? Thank you for your time.

[Bopper]

The RSO interviewer was completely cool. They are on our side and want responsible people to have these.

I'm sure they are scrutinizing us as far as mental fitness goes but its imperceptible. Instead, they're going over our submission packet to make sure everything is in order. The bulk of the time was spent discussing and reviewing good cause. My guy didnt write it for me but told me exactly what remove and walked me through things I could add or alter.

He was extremely friendly and personable. Present yourself well. Dress nicely, you dont need a suit but I'd avoid shorts and sandals. Bring a file with copies of all your submissions, your ID, I would get my training and certification out of the way and have all that uploaded. Be as relaxed as possible for the interview but a little nervousness shows its important to you. Good luck

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[brian.fitch.77]

I just submitted my CCW application online. I have an interview scheduled for October 18. I feel nervous, to be honest. I was wondering what are things that I should expect or if there is anything to do or any way to prepare for the interview? Thank you for your time.

[Walter Rego]

I am seriously considering applying for a CCW permit in Riverside County. I live in a rural area where the closest Sheriff's substation is about 25 miles away and the Highway Patrol may cruise through once or twice a day. Given that there is basically no police protection and response time for a 911 call would be considerable, would those reasons be considered good cause for a permit ?

[epitheoritis]

I am seriously considering applying for a CCW permit in Riverside County. I live in a rural area where the closest Sheriff's substation is about 25 miles away and the Highway Patrol may cruise through once or twice a day. Given that there is basically no police protection and response time for a 911 call would be considerable, would those reasons be considered good cause for a permit ?

Yes, that would be a part of a good cause, I would add a lot more to it such as the high crime rates in this state and the amount of "non-violent" offenders being released into the public and that you are in fear of possible attacks and robberies and that you want to be allowed to carry in order to lawfully defend yourself in case of such an event.

I would make the good cause as detailed and clear as possible, mine was almost a full page when I was done writing. My investigator said it was a good cause during the interview, but I also haven't been approved yet either.

[epitheoritis]

I am currently at 7 weeks since I applied for CCW, 5 weeks since my interview, and 4 weeks since my live scan was completed 100%. All other requirements have been met, including class and qualifications and all documents uploaded to the system.

I contacted the CCW unit by email on 9/3 to see if I could get a status update and verify if there was anything that I didn't do, I haven't received any response yet.

My concern now is, I was told by my investigator that I would need to get the yellow copy of my Live Scan form when it was completed and upload the yellow copy to the their system. When I completed my Live Scan at the Hemet Sheriff station, the lady that helped me gave me both the white and pink copies of the forms, I told her that the investigator wanted the yellow copy and she told me that they keep the yellow copy and I get the white and pink copies, she told me what's the difference, your going to scan it in black and white so they won't even know what color it is anyway, so I left with the white and pink copies and uploaded the white copy.

I hope that this didn't cause any problems for me, I'm concerned that since I didn't get the yellow copy to upload, they are considering me incomplete. Also, the white copy that I have indicates that it was supposed to be for the "Live Scan Operator" and the pink copy of for the "Applicant".

I don't want to keep contacting them and make anyone mad and I don't have any direct number or email for the investigator that I had, he just gave me a blank sheriff's business card with the regular phone number and email that is available on the website.

Does anyone know if this might be an issue or should I wait little longer before I contact them again? They may just be extremely busy and the wait may be much longer now before approvals are granted, but several people that I work with and have completed their CCW recently have stated that it seems like it's been a long time and I should have heard something by now. Thank you for any information.

[Bopper]

I am currently at 7 weeks since I applied for CCW, 5 weeks since my interview, and 4 weeks since my live scan was completed 100%. All other requirements have been met, including class and qualifications and all documents uploaded to the system.

I contacted the CCW unit by email on 9/3 to see if I could get a status update and verify if there was anything that I didn't do, I haven't received any response yet.

My concern now is, I was told by my investigator that I would need to get the yellow copy of my Live Scan form when it was completed and upload the yellow copy to the their system. When I completed my Live Scan at the Hemet Sheriff station, the lady that helped me gave me both the white and pink copies of the forms, I told her that the investigator wanted the yellow copy and she told me that they keep the yellow copy and I get the white and pink copies, she told me what's the difference, your going to scan it in black and white so they won't even know what color it is anyway, so I left with the white and pink copies and uploaded the white copy.

I hope that this didn't cause any problems for me, I'm concerned that since I didn't get the yellow copy to upload, they are considering me incomplete. Also, the white copy that I have indicates that it was supposed to be for the "Live Scan Operator" and the pink copy of for the "Applicant".

I don't want to keep contacting them and make anyone mad and I don't have any direct number or email for the investigator that I had, he just gave me a blank sheriff's business card with the regular phone number and email that is available on the website.

Does anyone know if this might be an issue or should I wait little longer before I contact them again? They may just be extremely busy and the wait may be much longer now before approvals are granted, but several people that I work with and have completed their CCW recently have stated that it seems like it's been a long time and I should have heard something by now. Thank you for any information.

I am 2 weeks behind you but my event timing is different.

I applied online 5 weeks ago,
I got trained and qualified 3 weeks ago.
Had my interview and livescan this past week. Livescan completed their investigation and reported within 2 days.
So technically I have been waiting for only a couple of days. When I went in for the interview, there were two guys there picking up their permits

My interviewer told me that when they get the livescan back they compile everything and submit it upstairs for signatures and final approval.

Good luck
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[Mp5marley]

Do you have any criminal records? Any issues? Not judging. If your clean slate than nothing to worry. That simple.

[pratchett]

Are the interview questions still the same ones on the old PDF from before they went to the online system, and under Sniff’s tenure?

[epitheoritis]

There are far less questions on the new form than were on the old form. It seems to be more streamlined.

[rrb009]

Do you have any criminal records? Any issues? Not judging. If your clean slate than nothing to worry. That simple.

[vinny_land]

So I just got my LTC about 2 months now and seriously no need to overcomplicate it. The "interview" is merely a review of your application and confirming what the info YOU put on your app is all correct. The staff overall are supportive. During that time the investigator will ask questions about "what you do" (employment/school) and look over your GC.

Just be like Fonzie...and what's Fonzie like???

BTW I'm 30 but because I'm Asian I look your age LOL Don't show up in boardshorts and flip flops. I went in with jeans and polo. Good luck in your app!!!

Vinny

[rrb009]

So I just got my LTC about 2 months now and seriously no need to overcomplicate it. The "interview" is merely a review of your application and confirming what the info YOU put on your app is all correct. The staff overall are supportive. During that time the investigator will ask questions about "what you do" (employment/school) and look over your GC.

Just be like Fonzie...and what's Fonzie like???

BTW I'm 30 but because I'm Asian I look your age LOL Don't show up in boardshorts and flip flops. I went in with jeans and polo. Good luck in your app!!!

Vinny

Thank you for your help; I feel much more comfortable. Yes, I was also planning on going in jeans and at least in a nice presentable shirt haha. I hope all goes well though. Thanks again!

[eross24]

Thank you for your help; I feel much more comfortable. Yes, I was also planning on going in jeans and at least in a nice presentable shirt haha. I hope all goes well though. Thanks again!

I wore a pair of slacks and a polo shirt, i treated it as if it were a job interview but I know a bunch of guys who just wore jeans and a polo and had no issues. doesn't hurt to be as presentable as possible.

[epitheoritis]

Got approval today for my CCW!

Here is my complete timeline from start to finish:


Application: July 17th
CCW class and qualification: July 21st
Interview: July 31st
Live scan: August 1st
Live scan background check (DOJ, FBI, Firearms) complete: August 7th
Approval: September 9th

A total of 7 weeks. Now I just need to go pick it up.