If you are a resident of Tulare County and would like to obtain a concealed weapons permit, you may apply at: Tulare County Sheriff's Department Headquarters Building Records Division (Hours 8 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m)  2404 W. Burrel Visalia, CA 93291-4580 (559)636-4724 Permit Application Process This sections outlines the policy and procedure to carry a concealed weapon as a resident of Tulare County. This section also explains the application procedure and requirements necessary before your permit can be issued. You may also download and print the application forms to fill in at your convenience. Please read the instructions carefully. There are some portions that require a Sheriff's employee to witness your signature. Forms Department of Justice Application Sheriff's Concealed Weapons Form Sheriff's Reference Form Certified Weapons Course Providers Pre-Application Information: An applicant's residence must be within Tulare County. You will be required to provide a current utility bill that shows your name and current street address. All new applicants are required to successfully complete a firearms safety course from one of the DOJ Certified Weapons Courses. New permits are issued only to applicants who meet the requirements and are approved by the department head. No exceptions can be made. The permit, if issued, may contain certain restrictions as to the time, place and conditions under which the applicant may carry a concealed weapon. The California Supreme Court (Public Information Act) has ruled that your name and the purpose for obtaining a Carry Concealed Weapon permit are a matter of public record and may be released upon demand. Effective January 1, 1999, a standard Carry Concealed Weapon permit is valid for two (2) years from the date of issuance. Instructions to the NEW Applicant: Carefully complete the Department of Justice application by filling in all of the blank spaces, including sections 7 - Investigator's Interview Notes. PLEASE DO NOT SIGN APPLICATION UNTIL REQUESTED. All signatures must be witnessed by the Sheriff's Department. Bring the following items to the Records Division for processing: completed DOJ Application, Certificate of Firearms Training, Sheriff's Reference Form, CA Drivers License, and utility bill that shows your name and address as proof of residency. You will be required to pay the DOJ and Sheriff's Department fees upon turning in your application. Fees are listed below. You will be required to sign the applications in the presence of the department employee and have your fingerprints taken. You will be notified if approved or declined. This process can take 2 to 4 months depending on when the Sheriff's Department receives the DOJ and FBI clearance notices. Please be patient. If you change your address you have ten (10) days to notify the Sheriff's Department of the change and make arrangements to have your file and CCW permit updated NOTICE ABOUT FIREARMS: NO FIREARMS ARE TO BE BROUGHT TO THE SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF APPLYING FOR A CCW. FIREARMS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE BUILDING. Fees: (Credit Cards NOT Accepted) New permits - $193 Total Cost Cash, check or money orders Make one check payable to Tulare County Sheriff's Department at application time for $114  An additional $79 will be required if the application is approved.  Note: this fee covers the following costs Tulare County Sheriff's Department $98.00 Department of Justice $95.00 Renewals - $67 Total Cost You must pay each agency seperately: Make one payable to Tulare County Sheriff's Department for $15.00 (can be check or cash) Make one payable to Department of Justice for $52.00 (must be check or money order) Adding weapons - $11 Check or money orders only: Make one check payable to Tulare County Sheriff's Department for $11.00 Certification fees are at the discretion of the course administrator. Contact the organization where you plan to attend the class. Instructions For Renewals: Renewals are granted only if the conditions supporting the original permit still exist and nothing has occurred involving the applicant that would prohibit the renewal of the permit. You may complete the renewal process no earlier than 30 days prior to your expiration date. You will need to submit the Sheriff's Department Concealed Weapons Form and your prior permit to the Sheriff's Records Division for processing. Bring the following items to the Records Division for processing: CA Drivers License, and utility bill that shows your name and address as proof of residency.