CCW

If you are unable to upload the required documents at the time of application, you may do the following:

a. If you don’t have a scanner, you may take a photo with your cell phone, save it as a PDF or .jpeg attachment (full size but not more than a 5 MB file), and upload it to your application, or send it to the CCWUnit@TracyPD.com email address.

b. If you still have problems, then bring the documents to the Tracy PD  (Attn: CCW Unit), and we can upload the documents for you.

You may need to reach out to family members, friends, or co-workers that has an email to receive information from Permitium. You will need an email address to complete the application. If you have no other option, then you can contact the CCW Unit for further instructions.

Tracy Police Department Main Line: (209) 831-6550

Email: CCWUnit@TracyPD.com

You can see the documents you uploaded by signing back into Permitium via the Order Tracker link Permitium provided when you submitted your application using your order number. You cannot reopen uploaded documents, or delete them, but you can see whether the file was successfully uploaded. Applicants are responsible for ensuring they are using a program that is compatible with the Permitium site. (the Chrome platform works best with the Permitium program).

Penal Code Section 26035. Nothing in Section 25820 shall prevent any person engaged in any lawful business, including a nonprofit organization, or any officer, employee, or agent authorized by that person for lawful purposes connected with that business, from having a loaded firearm within the person’s place of business, or any person in lawful possession of private property from having a loaded firearm on that property.

No. CCW Permits will NOT be issued for employment purposes, including Security Guards and Executive Protection.

If you need to request a permit to carry a concealed weapon due to a restraining order, please call our CCW Permit Telephone line at (209) 831-6550 and leave a detailed message and email CCWUnit@TracyPD.com. You will be required to present a copy of the restraining order, the accompanying police report, and any other documents pertaining to the court order as each request is reviewed and considerations are made on a case- by-case basis.

No, if you are on court probation, supervised probation, or parole, you must first complete your probation/parole period before applying.

Yes, if you are revoked or denied, you may reapply after a minimum probationary period of two (2) years unless DOJ issues a lifetime firearm prohibition. If you have questions or are requesting an exception, contact the Tracy PD CCW Unit at (209) 831-6550, or write a request and email it to CCWUnit@TracyPD.com.

No. Weapons must be free from mechanical flaws and in good working order.

Firearm(s) must be concealable. You can check with the Department of Justice website to ensure the weapon (s) you are listing comply with current specifications and laws.

Note: You may NOT add rifle caliber weapons (AR Pistol, AK-Pistol, etc.) to your permit.

Derringers are not allowed as CCW weapons.

There are a maximum of three (3) weapons allowed on a CCW permit in the City of Tracy.

• NEW LAW 2024- Refer to Penal Code Section 26200(10)(d): A licensee authorized to carry a firearm pursuant to this chapter shall not carry more than two firearms under the licensee’s control at one time.

You must list the caliber you will be using while carrying. If there are multiple calibers, then you need to indicate the caliber by listing both calibers.

You will need to qualify with the weapon as shown above using both calibers. The qualification must show on your training certificate.

No. Currently, our office is unable to accommodate walk-ins due to file preparation requirements.

Yes, you may reschedule up to three (3) times within three (3) months by signing back into your account via the Order Tracker link provided to you by Permitium upon submission. After a third no-show appointment or rescheduling of an appointment without contacting the CCW unit for an extension, the application will be withdrawn without refund.

A valid California Driver’s License or Government-issued photo ID is mandatory.

Do not go to another agency; the LiveScan fingerprints MUST only be completed at the Tracy Police Department.

No. Applicants must show their valid California Driver’s License or Government-issued photo Identification Card when picking up their CCW permit.

Within ten (10) days, report the theft or loss to the local law enforcement where the loss or theft occurred and email the report and/or information obtained (including Crime Report number, date/time occurred, and location of occurrence) to CCWUnit@TracyPD.com. A Police report MUST be filed for a DUPLICATE CCW application. For damaged licenses, the damaged original document will need to be returned to the department.

AB 2103 went into effect on January l, 2019, and it required training to include instruction on firearm handling and shooting techniques, and to also include a demonstration by the applicant of shooting proficiency and safe handling of EACH firearm the applicant will be licensed to carry, and to include live-fire exercises conducted on a firing range.

No. Each weapon listed on your CCW must be registered in California under the applicant’s name.

During any law enforcement contact, you are required to disclose your status as a CCW permit holder AND disclose whether or not you are carrying a weapon on your person or in your vehicle.

It is your responsibility to contact the CCW Unit by email or telephone within ten (10) days of the incident. CCWUnit@TracyPD.com or (209) 831-6550.

• If late in renewing your CCW Permit: Applicants are given 90 days after their CCW expires to apply as a RENEWAL applicant. After 90 days, applicants will have to start over and apply as a NEW applicant, including being fingerprinted. Exception: You have called (209) 831-6550 or emailed CCWUnit@TracyPD.com and given a valid excuse and have been granted an extension.
• If late in picking up your approved Permit: Applicants have an additional 90 days after they are notified that their RENEWAL permit has been approved by the Sheriff to complete their eight (8) hour update training and pick up their CCW permit. If not picked up, your application will be withdrawn, and per Permitium policy, no refund will be forthcoming.

NOTE: Applicants MAY NOT under any circumstances carry a weapon concealed after their current CCW Permit has expired.

No. Each application submitted must be filled out in its entirety and list all weapons. No information from the previous application(s) fill in sections of the new application.

No. CCW permit holders are responsible for receiving proper training and completing an application for renewal.

Reminder: Applications will take a couple of months to process; you can reapply up to ninety (90) days prior to your expiration date. You will not be given any reminders by Permitium; it is your responsibility to complete your renewal application and provide required documents before your expiration date.

No. Any expired CCW permit is invalid, and it is illegal to carry a concealed weapon in the state of California if you do not have a valid CCW permit granted by a county within the state.

PC 26206 (NEW in 2024): A request for Hearing to Challenge Disqualified Persons Determination” form is provided to all Denied/Revoked applicants. The applicant must file this form with the San Joaquin County Superior Court within thirty (30) days of being Denied or Revoked. The Tracy Police Department will be required to provide documentation, including criminal history of the applicant within 14 days of the request. If the court overrides the Chief’s decision and a CCW permit is issued by the Court, the CCW Permit will state “This CCW Permit was issued pursuant to Penal Code Section 26202(d)(1) by order of Judge XXX.”

You must notify our agency by email CCWUnit@TracyPD.com or telephone to the CCW Unit (209) 831-6550 and surrender your CCW permit to the Tracy Police Department within ten (10) days of moving out of California.

• You may surrender your permit to our department in person or mail it along with your written notification to:

Tracy Police Department – CCW Unit 1000 Civic Center Dr, Tracy, CA 95376

You must complete the CCW Modification Form in its entirety via Permitium. You will need to upload your new photo ID showing your new name change on it, and other supporting documents such as a court order or a marriage certificate validating a legal change. Make sure you fill out all parts of the modification application.

You must report any change of residence to the Tracy Police Department, Professional Standards Division, in writing within ten (10) days. In addition, you must complete the CCW Modification form in its entirety available through Permitium, and once processed, pick up your modified CCW Permit, which displays your new address when it is approved.

You must contact DMV and change your address to reflect the change of address within ten (10) days. You do not need to get a new physical Driver’s License, but the new address must be listed on the state DMV website. You can make the address change online at: dmv.ca.gov /portal.