Police Department
Our Vision
To be recognized as a premier law enforcement agency driven by a focus on professional development, community involvement, and regional partnerships.
Our Mission
Guided by the values of respect, integrity, honest, and professionalism, the Guadalupe Police Department shall provide the highest quality of police services.
We invest in the future of the community through the professional development of our employees, our most valued resource.
We serve faithfully without bias and we honor our obligations to the community and to one another.
We seek innovative solutions to maintain peace and order through fair and impartial enforcement of the law.
We strive to uphold the highest standards of performance, behavior, and ethics through our conduct, appearance, and demeanor.
We recognize the authority we hold and will treat others with dignity and respect.
We strive to enhance the quality of life by providing a safe and secure community through proactive law enforcement and by creating regional and community partnerships.
Our Values
Respect
We will demonstrate consideration and thoughtfulness to ourselves, our department, and the community by honoring all rights bestowed upon us as individuals.
Integrity
Honesty
Professionalism
Crime Stoppers
Anonymous Tip Hotline
If you have information concerning any crime, please call the anonymous tip hotline or email the information to guadtips@ci.guadalupe.ca.us.
All calls and emails remain confidential. If your information leads to an arrest and conviction, you could earn a reward of up to $1.
LIVE Scan Services
For live scan services, please call for an appointment.
Appointment times are:
- Tuesdays 1:00PM – 4:00PM
- Thursdays 1:00PM – 4:00PM
Unfortunately, we are no longer offering Walk-ins.
How much does a live scan cost?
Department of Justice (DOJ) $32.
FBI $17.
Rolling Fee: $30.
(Rolling fee is in addition to the above prices)
These are the average fees. Fees vary based on the ORIcode/purpose of the Live Scan.
Appointment Location:
Guadalupe Police Department
4490 10th Street
Guadalupe, CA 93434
Phone: 805-343-2112
CCW (Carry Concealed Weapon) Permit Process
View or download the Guadalupe Carry Concealed Weapon Policy
To obtain a CCW Permit, begin with the following steps:
2. Obtain certification by an approval CCW Firearms Instructor
3. Pass Psychological Examination
Other Important Information
Cal. Pen. Code § 26190
Section 26190-Fees
- (a)
- (1) An applicant for a new license or for the renewal of a license shall pay at the time of filing the application a fee determined by the Department of Justice. The fee shall not exceed the application processing costs of the Department of Justice for the direct costs of furnishing the report required by Section 26185.
- (2) After the department establishes fees sufficient to reimburse the department for processing costs, fees charged shall increase at a rate not to exceed the legislatively approved annual cost-of-living adjustments for the department’s budget.
- (3) The officer receiving the application and the fee shall transmit the fee, with the fingerprints if required, to the Department of Justice.
- (b)
- (1) The licensing authority of any city, city and county, or county shall charge an additional fee in an amount equal to the reasonable costs for processing the application for a new license, issuing the license, and enforcing the license, including any required notices, excluding fingerprint and training costs, and shall transmit the additional fee, if any, to the city, city and county, or county treasury.
- (2) The first 20 percent of this additional local fee may be collected upon filing of the initial application. The balance of the fee shall be collected only upon issuance of the license.
- (c) The licensing authority may charge an additional fee, not to exceed twenty-five dollars ($25), for processing the application for a license renewal, and shall transmit an additional fee, if any, to the city, city and county, or county treasury.
- (d) These local fees may be increased at a rate not to exceed any increase in the California Consumer Price Index as compiled and reported by the Department of Industrial Relations.
- (e)
- (1) In the case of an amended license pursuant to Section 26215, the licensing authority of any city, city and county, or county may charge a fee, not to exceed ten dollars ($10), for processing the amended license.
- (2) This fee may be increased at a rate not to exceed any increase in the California Consumer Price Index as compiled and reported by the Department of Industrial Relations.
- (3) The licensing authority shall transmit the fee to the city, city and county, or county treasury.
- (f)
- (1) If psychological testing on the initial application is required by the licensing authority, the license applicant shall be referred to a licensed psychologist used by the licensing authority for the psychological testing of its own employees. The applicant may be charged for the actual cost of the testing in an amount not to exceed one hundred fifty dollars ($150).
- (2) Additional psychological testing of an applicant seeking license renewal shall be required only if there is compelling evidence to indicate that a test is necessary. The cost to the applicant for this additional testing shall not exceed one hundred fifty dollars ($150).
- (g) Except as authorized pursuant to this section, a requirement, charge, assessment, fee, or condition that requires the payment of any additional funds by the applicant, or requires the applicant to obtain liability insurance, may not be imposed by any licensing authority as a condition of the application for a license.
Ca. Pen. Code § 26190
Amended by Stats 2019 ch 732 (AB 1297),s 1, eff. 1/1/2020.
Amended by Stats 2011 ch 741 (SB 610),s 2, eff. 1/1/2012.
Added by Stats 2010 ch 711 (SB 1080),s 6, eff. 1/1/2011, op. 1/1/2012.
Concealed Carry Weapon
Update October 26, 2022
The Guadalupe Police Department is aware of the U.S. Supreme Court’s 135-page decision in the case of NEW YORK STATE RIFLE & PISTOL ASSOCIATION, INC., ET AL. v. BRUEN, SUPERINTENDENT OF NEW YORK STATE POLICE, ET AL.
As we continue to evaluate this decision and what it means for the City of Guadalupe, we anticipate an increase in applications for Concealed Carry Permits. Any changes to our policies or procedures will be posted on our public webpage. Our highest priority is public safety and protecting individual rights.
We would like to note the following regarding this decision:
- The Supreme Court did not hold that a state cannot require a license to carry a firearm in public.
- California still regulates the carrying of firearms in public places, in part, by requiring a license to “carry concealed a pistol, revolver, or other firearm capable of being concealed upon the person.”
- California laws forbidding the carrying of firearms in sensitive places such as schools and government buildings, even with a license are still in effect.
- Private businesses and property owners can still regulate whether firearms can be brought into their establishments or onto their property.
General Information
Learning the laws regulating the use of firearms is a must for responsible ownership. Local regulations differ and laws vary from state to state. Citizens must check with the jurisdiction where the firearm is to be used.
In California, your local police department and staff are required to follow strict state and local guidelines when performing the necessary background checks for issuing Concealed Carry Weapon licenses. Due to the detailed nature involved with conducting these background checks, appointment times and processing times can take multiple weeks. During the application process, the applicant will be asked to schedule an appointment for a new Concealed Carry Weapon license.
If the applicant is RENEWING a Concealed Carry Weapon license in Guadalupe, they may not apply until 45 days before the expiration date listed on their current Concealed Carry Weapon license.
