Justice Department Sues Glendale, California, Over Concealed Carry Permit Fees and Process

The U.S. Department of Justice announced on November 9, 2026, that it sued the City of Glendale, California, alleging that the Glendale Police Department's concealed carry permitting regime violates the Second Amendment. According to the department, an initial application costs between $1,971 and $2,106, and a renewal, required every two years, costs $1,271 to $1,406. The department says the previous fiscal year's fees were $100 for first-time applicants and $25 for renewals. It also alleges the department requires reference interviews, psychological exams, applicant interviews and a review of public statements, including social media, without publishing objective standards. The department contends this conflicts with the Supreme Court's decision in Bruen. The press release does not report a response from the city or the police department.