So You Wanna Be L.A.'s Newest James Bond (Without the Martini Budget)?
Ever feel like a defenseless kitten in a world overflowing with rabid squirrels? Yeah, us neither. But hey, maybe that's just because we're rocking a secret weapon: knowledge! Today's weapon of choice? How many CCW permits are there in Los Angeles County?
Before you grab your trench coat and head down to the local gun range, let's unpack this like we're prepping for a Hollywood spy movie (minus the ridiculously fancy gadgets).
The Numbers Game: How Many Permits Are We Talking About?
Unfortunately, my friend, there's no public database overflowing with shiny CCW permit numbers. It's like the CIA keeps those stats under lock and key (with lasers...probably). However, we do have a tantalizing clue:
In 2022, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department boasted they'd issued a whopping 3,145 permits. That's a jump compared to the measly 155 waltzing around in mid-2020. Seems like James Bond wannabes are on the rise!
But hold on to your fedoras, fellas. Los Angeles County is a big place, with a population that would make your head spin. Dividing 3,145 permits by millions of people means the chances of bumping into a licensed CCW carrier are...well, let's just say they're lower than your odds of winning the lottery.
So, What Does This Mean for You?
Look, this isn't about raining on your vigilante parade. If you're serious about getting a CCW permit, that's fantastic! Just be prepared for a bit of a bureaucratic boot camp. Getting a permit in Los Angeles County involves more hoops to jump through than a gymnast at the Olympics.
Here's the good news: You can channel your inner Indiana Jones and unearth the info you need. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department website has all the details: lasd.org/ccw.
But before you get too excited, remember this: a CCW permit is a serious responsibility. It's not a license to play real-life cowboy.
So, the real question is: are you ready to be a CCW permit holder, or are you just watching too many action movies?
P.S. If you do decide to go the CCW route, promise us you'll at least get a holster that's comfy. Nobody looks good with a wedgie.
