San Luis Obispo

[The Mikado]

[The Mikado]

OK, I went by GBPD (they have nothing on their website) and asked for an application. I asked the desk person (non-sworn) if GB was set to auto-deny and she said no, they are "friendly" to CCW applications.

The application still requires a GC, of course, so they aren't THAT friendly.

Still, though: anyone get a CCW from Grover Beach?

[mfj93444]

[Travismate]

I just recently went through the process with SLO SO and it was incredibly user friendly and efficient. From initial application to my permit being issued only took 5 weeks. I believe this would have been even faster but I had to resubmit my letters of reference because they were not signed or dated.

I was contacted halfway through the process and asked to take my training class before my interview. I had not received any information about pre approval but took the class anyway. The interview seemed like I was basically already approved and it was more informative in nature. We discussed permit restrictions regarding places of carry and a few scenario based questions. There was a large emphasis on the permit being for my protection and to be a good witness for others.

I did my livescan after my appointment and had an email stating my permit had been approved and issued only two days later.

[ColdDeadHands1]

I just recently went through the process with SLO SO and it was incredibly user friendly and efficient. From initial application to my permit being issued only took 5 weeks. I believe this would have been even faster but I had to resubmit my letters of reference because they were not signed or dated.

I was contacted halfway through the process and asked to take my training class before my interview. I had not received any information about pre approval but took the class anyway. The interview seemed like I was basically already approved and it was more informative in nature. We discussed permit restrictions regarding places of carry and a few scenario based questions. There was a large emphasis on the permit being for my protection and to be a good witness for others.

I did my livescan after my appointment and had an email stating my permit had been approved and issued only two days later.

Congrats! Mind stating where you live, generally? Rural, in town, which town?

[Travismate]

Congrats! Mind stating where you live, generally? Rural, in town, which town?

In town unincorporated north county

[Paladin]

Congrats!!!

I just recently went through the process with SLO SO and it was incredibly user friendly and efficient. From initial application to my permit being issued only took 5 weeks.

That quickness deserves a party of its own.

I believe this would have been even faster but I had to resubmit my letters of reference because they were not signed or dated.

How many letters? Are those required to be from SLO Co residents?

There was a large emphasis on the permit being for my protection and to be a good witness for others.

Hate to say it, but given what even cops go through after a "good shoot", and they've got a union and insurance backing them up, it makes sense "not to get involved." Just figure,they're adults and they probably chose not to even try applying. That's their bed that they get to sleep in. If something goes bad with you attempting to bail their tails out, will they pay for your lawyers? for your medical/surgical/rehab/disability/etc? I HIGHLY doubt it!

I don't know if I could just sit there and record little kids or women getting seriously injured, though....

Private Message (PM) sent.

[treecatt]

That's why I intend to get insurance.

[RumT]

For the stats.....co worker just picked up his initial permit from SO. Four weeks start to finish.

[treecatt]

Congratulations to your co-worker.

[RumT]

Lots of interesting info in this thread and varying takes on the process... I just received word back recently that the application was accepted and was told to take my class and schedule an interview. Anyone who’s completed the interview with SLO SO have any tips on what to prepare for? I know there’s a new undersheriff as of 2019 so I’m sure nobody has sat with him yet. Thanks.!

A co worker just got his permit. His interview was with the volunteer, not the US. Just reiterate you are not a citizen cop back up or armed first responder or vigilante. Prepare for them to deny you just to test your reaction. I know two that were denied at the interview. One thanked them for their time and was professional, only for them to tell him they were testing him and he passed. The other guy freaked. No permit for you.

[RumT]

Congratulations to your co-worker.

I was more excited to hear of the four week timeline. I was almost seven months.

[Paladin]

For the stats.....co worker just picked up his initial permit from SO. Four weeks start to finish.

Do they live in a city with its own PD or not?

[Paladin]

A co worker just got his permit. His interview was with the volunteer, not the US. Just reiterate you are not a citizen cop back up or armed first responder or vigilante.

What?!! You mean I've memorized all these great lines for nothing?

Prepare for them to deny you just to test your reaction. I know two that were denied at the interview. One thanked them for their time and was professional, only for them to tell him they were testing him and he passed. The other guy freaked. No permit for you.

Cops ... don't you just love 'em.

I'd be hard pressed not to mutter "Son of a b----" under my breath.

[RumT]

Do they live in a city with its own PD or not?

He was first denied in his local municipality and recommended to apply to county. Then in the middle of applying to county, he bought a house in unincorporated county.