San Joaquin

[doc66]

Hi All,

Just checking to see if any one has submitted for renewal lately. What was the process and how long did it take.

Based on the SO's website, I followed the instructions.

12/03- Submitted all necessary paperwork (scanned required documents) and paid fee in full.

12/10- Submitted firearms qualification certificate.

01/01- checked online and status indicates still being assigned to a processor.

My permit expires the last week of Feb. Starting to be concerned with remaining time frame...just a little bit concerned.

Thanks in advance for any info.

[740isport]

So it turns out there is a slight glitch in the process...

When the sheriff's office submits to the DOJ, the DOJ says or something to that effect.

I had to return to the sheriff's office and be thumb printed. My new credit card CCW (with my picture on it) was repossessed, and I was given an old style license with my thumb print on it... but no picture??

All very easy and professional process, just kind of a backwards step IMHO.

Odd that the DOJ would have an issue with the thumb print, but again, it's California. All other states that I haved a permit for don't require a thumb print on the permit itself!

[tzr95206]

Where are restrictions on firearm modification for our county listed? Is a spring kit prohibited? Is a trigger kit prohibited? etc.

[tzr95206]

Where are restrictions on firearm modification for our county listed? Is a spring kit prohibited? Is a trigger kit prohibited? etc.

Found the answer in the pdf FAQ on the SJ CCW site - only grips and sights can be modified.

Finished the online application yesterday. Soonest appointment available was second week in April. Not sure if it's standard to book them out that far to allow for application processing/checks, or if there is just a huge back log of applicants?

[Mayor McRifle]

Found the answer in the pdf FAQ on the SJ CCW site - only grips and sights can be modified.

LOL. NOW you tell me. No one has ever checked. No one has ever even asked.

[tzr95206]

LOL. NOW you tell me. No one has ever checked. No one has ever even asked.

https://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?t=1582437

Some people are saying the instructor will inspect the weapon, and if there's a shoot, the weapon will be extremely scrutinized. Not sure who to believe...

[Mayor McRifle]

https://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/....php?t=1582437

Some people are saying the instructor will inspect the weapon, and if there's a shoot, the weapon will be extremely scrutinized. Not sure who to believe...

The instructor does inspect all the guns listed on your permit. But properly installed modifications make the gun BETTER. For example, a Cajun Gun Works Defensive Carry Package smooths out and shortens the trigger pull to make it far less likely that a shot will be pulled offline and hit an innocent bystander. Same thing for a Apex Duty/Carry Spring Kit -- it makes the double action trigger pull on a J-frame smoother, better, and safer. Instructors check the guns to ensure that they are in good working order, operate safely, and function as intended. I've never met anyone, instructors included, who didn't appreciate modifications that improved the functioning of a carry weapon.

If there's a "shoot," then modifications are irrelevant, since the use of deadly force to stop an imminent threat of death or great bodily injury was intentional. Only in the case of a negligent discharge would modifications to the gun possibly be relevant.

But don't take advice like this on the internet. If you have doubts, contact the Professional Standards Division and/or your own attorney. But no matter what, always ensure that your carry guns are in good working order, operate safely, and function as intended.

[Nor*Cal]

The instructor does inspect all the guns listed on your permit.

I've never heard of instructors inspecting guns. None of mine have. They do verify the serial numbers that they will be including on the certificate but that's it.

[Mayor McRifle]

I've never heard of instructors inspecting guns. None of mine have. They do verify the serial numbers that they will be including on the certificate but that's it.

Mine have basically done function tests while checking the serial numbers. During my last renewal, one guy had numerous malfunctions during the shooting portion of the class, and they inspected that gun more thoroughly before signing off on it.

[tzr95206]

When to take training course and range test?

...Finished the online application yesterday. Soonest appointment available was second week in April. Not sure if it's standard to book them out that far to allow for application processing/checks, or if there is just a huge back log of applicants?

I'm trying to figure out when I'm supposed to take the training course and range test? Pretty sure I have to wait for the "acceptance email" from SJC applications, then assume complete Training/test before the April appointment for live scan/prints/photo???

[Mayor McRifle]

I'm trying to figure out when I'm supposed to take the training course and range test? Pretty sure I have to wait for the "acceptance email" from SJC applications, then assume complete Training/test before the April appointment for live scan/prints/photo???

I did the online process for my last renewal. For a renewal, you just upload a picture or scan of your training certificate with the serial numbers listed on it to complete the online application. If you are doing an initial application, I would just call the Professional Standards Division and ask when you should do the training and/or upload a copy of your certificate.

[Kokanee]

I'm trying to figure out when I'm supposed to take the training course and range test? Pretty sure I have to wait for the "acceptance email" from SJC applications, then assume complete Training/test before the April appointment for live scan/prints/photo???

In my experience you can take a course anytime prior to your appt.
Don't take a course more than 90 days prior to your appt though (what I was told anyways).
I never wait for the office to tell me anything I just take a course and have the paperwork on hand. I turn it in when requested, never an issue.
I enjoy taking courses, so to me, I just do it.

[Nor*Cal]

Does anyone know how long the renewal process is currently taking? Seems that they are going much slower than in the past. I guess the online process is only there to save them some labor and not to speed up the process.

[3lsmc7]

Does anyone know how long the renewal process is currently taking? Seems that they are going much slower than in the past. I guess the online process is only there to save them some labor and not to speed up the process.

No idea how long its currently taking but I have been pending since Jan 2020 and my license expired today. Hopefully it isn't being held up because I haven't uploaded my training cert since per their instructions; I have not taken it. Definitely slower since the last time I renewed it took around 2-3 weeks. I have called but no response.

[hectorel38]

Just applied on 2/24 and had my live-scan and picture taken on 3/6. What should i expect next? Does anyone know how long its taking now.Thanks