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LA County Sheriff's Department settles concealed carry lawsuit with DOJ
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· August 14, 2026
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Key takeaway Further information can be found through ABC7 Los Angeles.
The LA County Sheriff's Department has reached a settlement with the Department of Justice. As part of this agreement, the department will accelerate the licensing process for Californians who are eligible to carry concealed handguns in public. Details of the settlement are available from the source.
The settlement pertains to the issuance of licenses for concealed carry in Los Angeles County. Further information can be found through ABC7 Los Angeles.
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Published: August 14, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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