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Washington Open Carry Laws (2026)
Conditional: Open carry of a loaded handgun is generally legal without a CPL in most public places (21+); a CPL is required to carry concealed or loaded in a vehicle.
ConditionalVerified May 31, 2026
Open carry of a loaded handgun is generally legal without a CPL in most public places (21+); a CPL is required to carry concealed or loaded in a vehicle. Barred at permitted demonstrations and some locations.
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