Ventura Municipal Code Art. 2 Concealed Weapons

It shall be unlawful for any person, not a peace officer, to wear or carry concealed upon or about their person any firearm, pistol, revolver, dirk, bowie knife, stiletto, slingshot, sand club or metallic knuckles, without a written permission so to do, signed by the chief of police; provided, that should the chief of police refuse to grant a permit to any person who may apply therefor, such person may apply to the council, who may grant the same at its discretion. (Code 1971, § 5221)