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• To get a permit to carry a concealed weapon in the state of California, you will have to speak to and apply with your local law enforcement agency. If you live in an incorporated city, you should speak with the chief of your local police agency. If you are a rural resident, you will need to speak with your county sheriff.

• Your first step in obtaining a California concealed carry weapons permit (CCW) is to speak with an official at your local law enforcement agency. He or she will provide you with information on their CCW policies and can let you know whether you will be eligible for a permit. Some agencies will require that you take a training or safey course before providing you with an application.

• Once you have determined that you are eligible to apply for a CCW, ask a local law enforcement agent for an application. Ensure that you understand the application and all the questions. Some portions of the application require that you fill them out in the presence of a law enforcement agent, so be sure that you do so when required. Once your application is complete, submit it to the sheriff or police chief.

• The person to whom you have submitted your application must either approve or deny it within 90 days. If your application is denied, you must be provided with a reason for the denial. If you feel that your application was denied unfairly, you have the right to appeal the denial. If your application has been approved, be certain that you are aware of all the laws and regulations related to carrying a concealed weapon. Your CCW may not be valid in other states, so if you are planning to travel out of state and wish to take your weapon with you, familiarize yourself with the other states' laws before doing so.