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Washington Concealed Carry Laws (2026)

Conditional: Washington requires a Concealed Pistol License to carry concealed, and it is shall-issue: the police chief or county sheriff must issue within 30 days — 60 days for newer residents — unless the applicant is disqualified.

ConditionalVerified Jul 6, 2026
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Washington requires a Concealed Pistol License to carry concealed, and it is shall-issue: the police chief or county sheriff must issue within 30 days — 60 days for newer residents — unless the applicant is disqualified. The minimum age is 21. No safety-training certificate is required to obtain the CPL (RCW 9.41.070, including the version taking effect May 1, 2027).

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