CCW FAQ


What Counties accept NorCal MedTac as CCW Training?

NorCal MedTac is currently endorsed providers of CCW training in Monterey, San Benito, Santa Cruz Counties (and all cities in the county), along with City of Gilroy. In order to assist citizens in obtaining a permit we have created the following FAQ. The following classes meet the CCW training requirement: Eight-Hour & Four-hour renewal CCW Class (held at Markley’s and you MUST sign up with them), Defensive Pistol 101, and Defensive Pistol 102.

Upcoming Defensive Pistol (CCW) 101 9/18/22

Upcoming CCW Classes at Markley’s (call to sign up 831-722-6945)

7/10, 8/7, 9/11, 10/2, 11/6, 12/4 We will be adding more dates as well.

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Where is the current Santa Cruz County Policy?

The latest policy statement from the Santa Cruz County Sheriff is here: Santa Cruz CCW Process.  The Policy (207) is available on their site here.  The livescan form you will need with pre-filled out information is located here.

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Where can I find the application for CCW in Santa Cruz County?

California Department of Justice, Bureau of Firearms, Standard Initial & Renewal Application for License to Carry a Concealed Weapon.

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Where can I find the information for CCW for Monterey County?

Monterey County is keeping a good reference on their website of their application process online here.  Please note that for initial applicants the hours required is 8 and for renewals the hours required is only 4.  The monthly Markleys class offers both options.  You can always take the 8 hour Defensive Pistol 101 class that counts for both initial and renewals.

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Where do I find information for CCW in San Benito County?

Please see the San Benito County Permit Process outline here.  San Benito Also is an 8 hour initial and 4 hour hour renewal training requirement.

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I shredded my old DROS forms. How can I show proof of ownership?

Use DOJ Request For Firearms Records form BOF 053 (Rev. 05/2019)

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What should be in my three character reference letters?

1. Nature of the relationship
2. Length of time of the relationship
3. Acknowledgment that the recommendation is for a permit to carry a concealed weapon.
4. The applicant is of good moral character.
5. The recommendation is done without reservation.
6. Date, contact information & Signature.

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What are the fees associated with the process?

While each agency can determine the fees the allowed by law max fees can be found within the counties policies.

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Where else can I find resources?

A good overall resource is the Calguns Foundation CCW Guide, although we are sure there will be a revision soon

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Do your courses count for the California Conceal Carry Weapon Permit (CCW) training requirement?

We have two ways to primarily provide approved CCW training.  We provide a monthly 4 & 8 hr class at Markley’s Indoor Range & Gun Shop in Watsonville.  The dates & sign up information can always be found on our CALENDAR.  The other class that counts for CCW renewal is the Defensive Pistol 101 class.  This class is held every couple months and can be found as well on our calendar.

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