Due to the specialized training and therefore the specific assigning of the required personnel to perform the duties, the following functions of the Sheriff's Office are generally done by advance appointment in the Downieville Office. On rare occasions, it may be possible to call ahead to inquire if immediately available. In all cases however, it is recommended to call ahead of time, prior to coming in, for the functions listed below. Appointments must be scheduled in advance with the Administration Sergeant, thank you for your understanding and assistance.

• Live Scan Fingerprinting Services:

   
  • ($25 + State fee of $32 and / or FBI fee of $17)

• Civil Papers Service:

     
  • Letter of Instruction
  • Standard Fees
  • Chapter 17 Fees

• Records Requests:

    ($40.00 per report, plus an additional $.25 for each page after 20) 
  • Guidelines Regarding Release of Crime Reports 
  • Request For Records Form
• CCW Permit (Concealed Carry Weapon)

• • Sierra County CCW Policy
  • Initial / Renewal Procedures
  • CCW Application
  • Firearm Prohibition Declaration
  • CCW Approved Instructors
  • CCW License Amendment Form
  • CCW Qualifications
• Firearm Dealer Permit

• Explosives Permit

  • Explosives Permit Procedures
  • Explosives Application Permit

• Dance Permit ($15 per permit)

• Peddler's Permit

• Criminal Offender Personal Registrations

  : Sex Offender; Arsonists and Drug Offender; Including Required Submissions of D.N.A.; etc.

• Sheriff’s Office Issued Permits

  : Christmas Tree Transportation; Alcohol Beverage Control Events; etc.