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Concealed Weapon Permits
Laws Concerning Firearms in Washington:
- RCW 9.41: Firearms and dangerous weapons
- RCW 9.41.110: Firearms dealers license
- RCW 9.41.070: Concealed pistol license
Requirements for a Concealed Weapon Permit:
- Be 21 years of age or older at time of application.
- Be a United States citizen. (Documented Resident Aliens must apply at the Lewis County Sheriff’s Office)
- Have no pending trial, appeal, or sentencing on a charge that would prohibit you from having a license.
- Have no outstanding warrants for any charge, from any court.
- Have no court order or injunction against possessing a firearm.
- Have no mental health conditions that would prohibit you from having a license.
- Have no felony convictions, or adjudications for a felony offense, in this state or elsewhere. “Felony” means any felony offense under the laws of Washington, or any federal or out-of-state offense comparable to a felony offense under the laws of Washington.
- Have no convictions for any Domestic Violence related charge after July 1, 1993.
You will need to bring:
- A photo identification such as a Washington State driver license or identification card.
- The $49.25 fee in cash, check, or money order made payable to the law enforcement agency. This fee is non-refundable.
Background check required
You must be fingerprinted and have a criminal history background check before you can be issued a license.
Reciprocity for concealed pistol licenses from other states
Washington accepts concealed pistol licenses issued by a number of other states. The weapon must be carried in accordance with Washington law. The Washington State Attorney General’s website provides a list of states that have reciprocity with Washington for concealed pistol licenses.
Renewal:
You must renew your license every 5 years. You will not receive a renewal notice, and it is your responsibility to ensure your license hasn’t expired.
More Information:
For further information, please see the Washington State Department of Licensing website and FAQ’s. You can also contact the Chehalis Police Department or the Department of Licensing at (360) 664-6616.