Sierra Madre, CA · Los Angeles County
Standard New and Renewal Application for License to Carry a Weapon Capable of Being Concealed
This application is for people seeking a new or renewed carry license who must provide personal, eligibility, reference, and firearm information to the licensing authority.
What this form is
Applicants use this statewide application to seek a new or renewed license to carry a concealed weapon. It asks for personal and residence details, eligibility information, three character references, and descriptions of firearms; applicants must complete, read, and sign Sections 1 through 5 as directed. The form also describes required interviews and training, and notes that completing it does not guarantee a license.
Who needs it
People seeking a new or renewed carry license who meet the application criteria use this form to provide information to the licensing authority.
How to submit it
Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This application does not require notarization; some applicants complete an oath, and the form specifies that certain sections be completed in an official’s presence.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the application PDF and review its instructions before filling it out.
- 2
Complete The Required Sections
Complete, read, and sign Sections 1 through 5 as directed, answering the questions and providing the requested information.
- 3
Gather Additional Pages
Use additional pages if you need more space for answers or information requested by the application.
- 4
Submit To The City
Submit the application to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the concealed carry license application?
- No. The application does not require notarization. Some applicants complete an oath, and the form specifies that certain sections be completed in an official’s presence.
- How do I submit the concealed carry license application?
- Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details. The application itself does not provide a submission address, email, or portal.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for personal and residence information, eligibility details, three character references, and information about the firearms you want listed on a license.
Need something notarized?
This Standard New and Renewal Application for License to Carry a Weapon Capable of Being Concealed doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Sierra Madre form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.