San Joaquin

[Gray Peterson]

UPDATE (2014 April 11): It's time to apply!

We have confirmed that active CCW's have been issued purely for "self defense" and "personal protection" and are now active since the Peruta case

The sheriff now accepts "self-defense" as sufficient Good Cause.

Good Cause: Applicants must establish that good cause exist to support a request for a license to carry a concealed weapon. Personal protection or self defense is sufficient to establish good cause.
From:

http://www.sjgov.org/sheriff/ccwRequirements.htm

Please help us spread the word - we need everyone to apply!

End of update.

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APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Download, complete and print the DOJ Standard Application here: http://calgunsfoundation.org/downloa...p_Fillable.pdf.
   a. Structure your good cause statement as either a) “I wish to acquire a firearm carry permit for the purpose of self-defense”, or b) if you have a good cause which approximates one from those we posted here, you can state the same good cause (as long as it’s truthful – it’s a crime to lie on the application).
   b. DO NOT SIGN the application; you will sign when you turn it in and SJSO will witness/countersign.
2. Make two checks or money orders out to “San Joaquin Sheriff’s Office” in the amount of $19.00 and $120.00, respectively. (make sure to put the check numbers in the cover letter under “enclosures” and in the transmittal letter).
3. Complete the missing information in the cover letter (attached), print, and sign.
4. Complete the letter of transmittal (attached) and print 2 copies (one for you, one for them), making sure to date the top for the date of your appointment.
5. Scan all documents.
6. Contact Sgt. John Palmer and schedule a time to drop off your application and be fingerprinted.
7. Drop off your cover letter, application, and check. Have Sgt. Palmer or another SJSO representative sign, print name, title and date your letter of transmittal and TAKE THIS COPY HOME.
   a. Point of information: their 90-day deadline clock starts on this date.
8. Scan your signed letter of transmittal.
9. Email me your scans.
10. Keep me posted!

PC12050 App Cover Letter.doc
TRANSMITTAL.doc

[vietfrost]

What San Joaquin's policy on issuing ccw? Has anyone else gotten theirs here?

[wildhawker]

I should have San Joaquin good cause statements online by next weekend.

[Kid Stanislaus]

My information is that getting a CCW in San Joaquin Co. is tough as nails, HOWEVER, now that Sacramento Co. and Stanislaus Co. have come around then perhaps SJ Co. will soon follow.

[Mstrty]

My Father just left the SO. He arrived there to find out the process and/or pick up and application. He was told that he would need to call and scheduale an appt. for an interview with Detective Palmer. Detective Palmer is on vacation for 2 weeks and to try back then. I will keep you updated.

[Nor-Cal]

My information is that getting a CCW in San Joaquin Co. is tough as nails, HOWEVER, now that Sacramento Co. and Stanislaus Co. have come around then perhaps SJ Co. will soon follow.

I hope so because I look foward to applying for my ccw in the near future!

[vietfrost]

I was hoping things have changed. I can't find any info on the current san joaquin sheriff's stand on ccw.

[wildhawker]

I was hoping things have changed. I can't find any info on the current san joaquin sheriff's stand on ccw.

We can't discuss anything yet, but know that both known "good cause" statements and some backstory will be available within a week or so.

[Silent_Combatant]

good info

[Gray Peterson]

I applied for a CCW in 2007. I was told to go to my local police chief first, then they would take my application at the SO if I was denied. So... I requested an application from the police chief...I received a letter 10 days later telling me that the chief in my town does not approve any CCW applications...period...so don't even bother applying!

I took the letter to the SO and was given a CCW application. After completing the application (and paying the requisite fees), surviving what I interpreted as a character interview with an officer, submitting my fingerprints (more fees) and meeting once again with a sergeant to discuss my background (squeaky clean), I received a call from the Sheriff's secretary. I was told the Sheriff wanted to meet with me. I assumed this meeting would be an opportunity for the Sheriff to personally review my character and motivations/reasons for obtaining a CCW.

I showed up on time to meet with the Sheriff and was ushered into a conference room by Sheriff Moore. He quickly told me that he was denying my application. He refused to give me any specific reason for the denial other than telling me that he saw no clear and present threat upon my life. He went on to say he would grant a CCW to anyone that was "one step above a normal citizen". I asked him to define "one step above a normal citizen"...but he danced around the issue. Then it seemed as though he was giving me a campaign speech. He made it a point to tell me that he is a card carrying member of the NRA and that he supports the 2nd amendment.

I have often wondered why he wasted our time, just to deny my application. Surely he has better things to do...I know I do!

Hoo boy. Sounds like some real problems here. Seems that some people like to ride NRA coattails and don't hold up their end of the bargain.

[Purple K]

I have two older brothers in Stockton, both are former Reserve Police Officers. Since leaving the force, both have been denied CCW's. I'm sure that they'll both be Calgunners soon.

[Kid Stanislaus]

YO-YO, "one step above a normal citizens" means he expects a donation to his campaign fund. How much is the CCW worth to you?!!

[1norcalvarmintHunter]

i have been a stockton res, for 29 years. I would hope i can get a CCW especially since the police budget cuts and city's issue of insolvency. Bottom line its a very criminally active city.

[Southwest Chuck]

We can't discuss anything yet, but know that both known "good cause" statements and some backstory will be available within a week or so.

Wildhawker....Any info available yet? It's been not 1 but "2 weeks" () since your post. I've got a cousin that lives in Lodi and is very interested in getting his CCW. I'm forwarding this thread to him and I'm sure we'll have a new Calguns member shortly. and a tip of the hat to you for all your hard work !

[wildhawker]

The delay is my fault, but should be rectified soon.