If you have questions, please contact us:
Training@RenoGuns.com
(775) 826-2626 Option 3
California
2 Day California Concealed Carry Class
See Details, Availability & Registration in link above.
This class is 2 consecutive days. The listed date is the 1st day.
Non California residents and California residents
Please call or email for more information and to schedule
Shooting Qual Only Request
CCW Shooting Qualification only
$25 per firearm + lane fee
For those taking an online class or adding firearms to a current permit.
We are per-qualified with the following counties: Lassen, El Dorado, Nevada.
For other counties, please contact the county Sheriff directly to confirm acceptance of our qualifications before proceeding.
Please bring a copy of the qualification form.
If a target other than a B27 target is called for, please check with us to verify we have it.
For more information, please email Training@RenoGuns.com
Nevada
NEVADA CCW RENEWAL ONLY
Renewal applicants
Nevada residents (excluding Clark County) and Nevada Non-residents
All Nevada CCW permits offer reciprocity with other states.
Dates & Registration
Cost: $95.00/person
Duration: 6 Hours with breaks
Class Size: Maximum 24 students
Prerequisites: Nevada CCW Permit Holder
Description: Classroom and required shooting qualification are done in our climate controlled facility. You will experience our indoor shooting lanes (equipped with one of the most advanced targetry systems available).
* Renewal applications MUST be submitted between 120 days prior to current expiration date through 120 days after current expiration date. "If you fail to renew your permit within 120 days of the expiration of the permit, you will have to re-apply as a new applicant" and you will need to take the full 8-hour CCW class.
* Our certificate is valid for 1 year from date of successful completion, not to be confused with the CCW permit validity of 5 years
NEVADA CCW Full class
First time OR Renewal applicants
Nevada residents (excluding Clark County) and Nevada Non-residents
All Nevada CCW permits offer reciprocity with other states.
1 day (9A-6P) Dates & Registration
2 day (Consecutive 5 hr days) Dates & Registration
Cost: $120.00/person
Class Size: Maximum 24
Recommended: Previous Firearm Experience (Pre-class shooting instruction is available)
Description: Classroom and required shooting qualification are done in our climate controlled facility. You will experience our indoor shooting lanes (equipped with one of the most advanced target systems available).
This course satisfies the class requirements of a minimum 8 hour of class-time. In addition, the student will be required to successfully pass both a written test and shooting qualification in order to receive a Certificate of Completion.
Renewal students taking this class are required to attend the full class and take the written and shooting qualifications.
*Our certificate is valid for 1 year from date of successful completion, not to be confused with the CCW permit validity of 5 years
- This class is not intended for new shooters wanting to learn to shoot. Please see our Intro To Handgun.
- Upon successful completion, you will received a Safety/Proficiency Certificate that is good for 1 year from date of issue. This is not to be confused with the 5 year CCW permit.
- Our instructors are highly trained, have extensive experience and meet all the requirements of the Nevada Sheriff's and Chief's Association.
- All classroom and shooting qualifications are done in our comfortable, climate-controlled facility.
- Scroll down for more valuable information and additional resources.
Class Waitlist:
To be added to a class waitlist, please email Training@RenoGuns.com and include: your name, phone number, preferred date(s) and date of existing reservation (if any).
Periodically we have last minute cancellations and no shows. In these cases, we are able to fill those openings with people who check in the day of class (prior to the start of the class) and who are prepared to attend the class.
What to bring to class: (For all CCW classes)
- Valid Photo Identification (The name on our permit must match. We use the name from your class registration. Please let us know of any changes needed.)
- Handgun (available for rent, but ownership is highly recommended)
- 50 rounds of ammunition
- Eye & Ear Protection (available for rent, but ownership is highly recommended)
- Optional: Snack, Lunch, Beverage
We provide the B27 target used for the qualification.
After completing our class:
Upon successfully completing our class, you will receive a Safety/Proficiency Certificate of Completion that you must present to the Sheriff's Office.
Next you will need to apply to the Sheriff's office for your permit. Please scroll down to "Resources" for additional information and links.
Nevada CCW Qualification:
- Pre-class shooting instruction is available. Please email Training@RenoGuns.com or call (775) 826-2626
- Should a student fail to meet the minimum shooting requirement, the student can arrange to retake the shooting test with his instructor up to 14 days from the date of the initial class. Instruction is available upon request.
- Applicant must be 21 or older at time of application. Our class can be taken up to 1 year prior turning 21.
- To qualify for a military exclusion to the 21 years of age requirement, the applicant must be at least 18 years of age and be able to produce an active military ID card. Also, if their driver’s license is a non-Nevada driver’s license, they must be able to produce a LES (Leave and Earnings Statement) from their military branch showing their claimed local address.
- The shooting qualification includes: (30 rounds, Passing requires a minimum of 70% at the following distances)
For 6 shot or greater capacity firearm:
| Distance | #Rounds |
|---|---|
| 3 Yards | 6 Rounds |
| 5 Yards | 12 Rounds |
| 7 Yards | 12 Rounds |
For 5-shot or under capacity firearm:
| Distance | #Rounds |
|---|---|
| 3 Yards | 5 Rounds |
| 5 Yards | 10 Rounds |
| 7 Yards | 10 Rounds |
- Medical marijuana use as well as recreational marijuana use still prohibits a person from possessing or applying for a CCW. A medical marijuana card holder cannot apply for a CCW until one year after the expiration date of their MMR card. Marijuana is still federally illegal either with a card or with recreational use, so any use in relation to guns is illegal.
- You cannot apply for a CCW permit until 5 years after a DUI conviction date.
- The minimum class time requirement is 8 hours for a new permit, 4 hours for a renewal permit. These times are a MINIMUM and are set forth by the NVSCA.
- The Nevada concealed carry permit is a honored in about 30 states, although this can change without notice. When travelling outside of Nevada, contact the proper authorities to verify acceptance of your Nevada permit.
- Our 8 hour CCW permit class allows students to apply for a Florida and Oregon concealed carry permit. Details available to students during class session.
Resources
- Nevada
- In Nevada, it is a Category C Felony to conceal a firearm without a permit: NRS 202.350, NRS 193.130, NRS 202.253
- Issuance of Concealed Weapons Permits is regulated by Nevada Revised Statute 202.3653.
- All Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) supersede any information on this website.
- Nevada Concealed Carry permits (Initial and Renewals) are recognized in various other states. (Refer to the USCCA Reciprocity map)
- Nevada does not accept certificates from online training providers. In-class training is required for both the full and renewal certifications.
- Washoe County Sheriff's Office
- The Sheriff's office requests that you obtain your CCW certificate prior to submitting your CCW Permit application.
- Complete the online Nevada Application for Concealed Firearm Permit which will then allow you to schedule your appointment.
- The Sheriff's Office will collect the Concealed Carry application, application fee, finger prints, photo and Certificate of Completion.
- Once you receive your Concealed Carry permit from the Sheriff's Office, you are eligible to carry any handgun concealed until the expiration date as noted on your permit. (Permits are good for 5 years.)
Washoe County Sheriff's Office - CCW Page - links to Online Application and Appointment Scheduling.
- Effective 7/23/24 Hours: 7:30AM - 4:00 PM Mon-Thurs, Closed for lunch 12PM-1PM
- All applicants are required to appear in person.
- Appointments can only be scheduled through the online process. Appointments by phone are not accepted.
- Walk-ins will be accommodated if there are available appointments.
Utah became a constitutional carry state in 2021
Constitutional carry: Constitutional carry means that the state's law does not prohibit citizens who can legally possess a firearm from carrying handguns, (openly and/or in a concealed manner) thus no state permit is required.
Utah Deptment of Public Safety - Concealed Firearms Permit Applications
Check USCCA’s free, interactive Concealed Carry Reciprocity Map & Gun Laws by State
Learn about every state’s concealed carry and gun laws. Here's how:
- First, Click the drop down box "if you have licenses in multiple state, start here" (under the black map of the US).
- Select your state of residence
- Select any state on the map above to learn more
Learn which states offer you reciprocity. Here's how:
- Make sure your state of residence is selected (as noted above)
- Select each state you have a carry permit for - including your state of residence, if applicable.
- Click "Show My Reciprocity"
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“The class was excellent and the two instructors couldn't have been more conscientious and thorough. They covered material that I missed on my initial course 5 years ago and answered several questions that I had…. All of my concerns were answered and the class was truly excellent.
I would recommend your course to anyone!”
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