Pasadena Police Department Concealed Carry Licensing
The Pasadena Police Department (PPD) administers the CCW licensing process for residents of the City of Pasadena. With streamlined digital applications and professional oversight, PPD ensures local citizens can legally exercise their second amendment rights safely and responsibly.
Pasadena Residency & Application Criteria
- Must be a permanent resident of the City of Pasadena.
- Valid government-issued photo ID and current Pasadena Water and Power utility billing.
- Must be legally eligible to possess handguns under federal and California state statutes.
- All carry firearms must be registered to the applicant with the California DOJ.
The PPD CCW Roadmap
- Digital Application Submission: Complete the standardized state CCW application through Pasadena PD’s system.
- Investigator Interview: Attend an in-person intake interview with a member of the PPD licensing division.
- Livescan Fingerprinting: Submit electronic fingerprints for state and federal background clearance.
- 16-Hour Approved Training Course: Complete California SB2 compliant training with an approved instructor covering use-of-force laws, decision-making, and live-fire testing.
- License Pickup: Following final review, collect your official California CCW license.
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