As the title states, I’m a videographer, and I plan to carry a firearm to protect myself and my equipment. I’m wondering what the best carry method would be for my line of work.
I’ve considered carrying at the 3 o’clock position, but I’m not sure if that would be ideal. I don’t think appendix carry would work well because of the nature of my job. I have to crouch frequently, and the firearm could dig into my stomach. Carrying at 3 o’clock seems like a good option, but I’m concerned that I would print a lot when crouching or moving around.
Another option I’ve considered is off-body carry, specifically using a CCW-designed bag that securely holds the firearm. I already carry multiple bags for my equipment, so bringing an additional bag wouldn’t necessarily be unusual for my job.
I know the answer might seem obvious, but I want to make sure I’m not overlooking any important considerations. For those who work in videography or similar fields, what carry method would you recommend, and why? And even if you don’t still lmk

Does anyone know what the hold up is with LPD? My packet went in around late May.

Diagnosed with PTSD in 2021. I took medication for about a year.

Never had any problems since and my record is squeaky clean. I listed it on my application and didn’t try to hide it.

Just posting to see if someone’s has gotten there CCW.

I live in Southern California BTW. I seeked therapy on my own. No metal hospital

I’m currently renting a duplex in Monterey county. Would my landlord and the neighbors on the other half of my duplex need to be informed that I’m getting my permit? Don’t know their stance on 2A but I don’t want to make things awkward.

EDIT: guys I can’t expect constitutional gun laws in CA

Anyone here use the leisure carry system? I carry an echelon 4.0c. With or without pads if yes? Do you love it or meh? Thanks!

Does anyone know the current timeline for LAPD CCW amendments? I want to replace my currently listed pistols, and I submitted my application last week.

What’s going on!
Can you guys share what CCW insurance you use, why, and your experience? Currently going between USCCA and AoR… I’d appreciate any input!

Me and my family (all adults) are visiting Sacramento for the Aftershock festival for 5 days from TX should I bother bringing my EDC with me?

It's time to start the renewal process for CoCoCounty...anyone been through it recently?

Does anyone know if we are allowed to use freedom week mags in our CCW. Specifically a Glock 19? Also, maybe specifically in San Diego county?

I currently have 2 pistols on my LAPD CCW, and I really want to change both pistols, to 3 different pistols.

The website states maximum of 2 amendments. Does that mean I can only replace one and add 2 other pistols, or can I replace the 2 listed firearms with 3 different firearms in one amendment, and that would count as 1 of 2 amendments?

Got my LAPD CCW.

Does changing the slide on my pistol violate the terms of the CCW at all? I want to replace my Shield + slide, with a newer Shield + slide that has an optic mount. I assume that’s ok to do with an LAPD CCW? But wanted to ask in case I am wrong.

For context, we teach CCW courses in California, and one issue we think gets far less attention than it should is what happens financially and practically after a defensive shooting.

I recently sat through a presentation on the criminal justice process and the potential costs involved in defending a serious case.

A few of the numbers stood out:

• About 1,087 combined attorney hours for a non-capital murder case
• About $229,357 in attorney fees using an average criminal-defense attorney rate of $211/hour
• Around 256 days average time to trial for a felony
• Around 193 days for a misdemeanor
• About 3.5 weeks average time before pretrial release

Obviously, those figures are not what every lawful self-defense case will look like. Some incidents may never result in prosecution at all.

But they raise a question I think every person who carries should consider:

If something happened tomorrow, could you afford to retain an attorney immediately?

Could you handle bail if it were required?

Could your family absorb several weeks without your income?

Could you cover $25,000, $50,000, or potentially much more in legal expenses without seriously damaging your finances?

We spend a lot of time in CCW training talking about judgment, avoidance, safe gun handling, marksmanship and the legal use of force.

But being prepared for the incident and being prepared for the aftermath are two different things.

That's why I think anyone carrying regularly should at least look into some type of self-defense legal coverage or have a realistic plan to self-insure.

I'm not recommending any particular company. These programs vary a lot, and the details matter.

For those of you who carry, do you have legal-defense coverage, or have you decided to self-insure?

And if you do have coverage, what mattered most to you when choosing it: attorney fees, bail assistance, civil defense, ability to choose your attorney, or something else?

Full timelines and costs of all 3

06/13-14/26 CA CCW training (also paid $100 to get Utah CCW training through instructor)

6/27/26 did fingerprint rolls $35 (I did FbI digital prints)

07/09 mailed off

07/13 received

7/13/26 $87 processed payment

09/08/26 received permit in mail
Reason for Utah CCW: it’s gives me Washington CCW

Total: $222 with extra training fee

Looking at the Langdon tactical Striker Control Device (SCD) as a possible ccw upgrade. Allows you to push your thumb to block the striker / disable ability to fire while reholstering ( similar to hammer fired). Would I get the gen 4 or gen 5 for the dy9 and dy9 island?