With an increase recently in requests for Concealed Pistol Licenses, here’s a list of frequently asked questions:

When do I need to have a Concealed Pistol License? RCW 9.41.050 requires you to have a Concealed Pistol License when:

? You are carrying a pistol concealed on your person or,

? You are carrying or placing a loaded pistol in a vehicle.

Where do I apply for a Concealed Pistol License?

If you live in the unincorporated area of Pacific County you must apply in person at the Sheriff’s Office in South Bend.

If you live in an incorporated city within the county, you must apply in person at either the city police department or Sheriff’s Office in South Bend.

Non-Washington residents may apply at any local law enforcement agency in Washington state.

Our address is: Pacific County Sheriff’s Office, 300 Memorial Drive, P.O. Box 27, South Bend, WA 98586. The phone number is 875-9395 extension 2184

What are the application hours?

Application hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays, excluding holidays.

How much does it cost?

Concealed Pistol License fees are listed below. Please note that all fees are non-refundable.

? $55.25 for an original application

? $32.00 for a renewal (up to 90 days PRIOR to expiration)

? $42.00 for a late renewal (up to 90 days AFTER expiration)

? $10.00 for a replacement

How do I pay?

Payments can be made using cash in exact change only, or by check/money order made payable to “Pacific County Sheriff’s Office.” We do not accept debit/credit cards. All payments must be made in person at the sheriff’s office in South Bend at the time of application (for original applications, payments will be made after you have been fingerprinted).

What documents will I need to bring with me?

For all applications, you will need to bring picture identification (i.e. Washington driver’s license or ID card). For a renewal or late renewal, please bring your current Concealed Pistol License in addition to your picture ID.

Are there any requirements that must be met?

Yes. The following requirements must be met:

? Resident of Pacific County or a Non-Washington resident

? 21 years of age or older at time of application

? United States citizen or have an alien firearms license issued by the State of Washington Department of Licensing in Olympia; their phone number is (360) 664-6616

? No pending trial, appeal or sentencing on a prohibitive charge

? No outstanding warrants for any charge, from any court

? No court order or injunction against possessing a firearm

? No mental health prohibitors

? No felony convictions

? No convictions for any of the following crimes when committed by one family member against another on or after July 1, 1993:

Assault IV

Coercion

Stalking

Reckless Endangerment

Criminal Trespass in the first degree

Violation of the provisions of a protection order or no-contact order restraining the person or excluding the person from the residence

Is there a background check?

Yes, a criminal history background check will be conducted before your Concealed Pistol License is issued.

Do I need to be fingerprinted?

If you are submitting an original application, you must be fingerprinted before your Concealed Pistol License is issued. You are not required to be re-printed if you are submitting an application for a renewal, late renewal, or replacement license. Fingerprinting will take place in the Pacific County Jail (at the address listed earlier) on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Make sure to bring your completed application with you to the jail.

How long does it take before I receive my license?

If you are applying for your first Concealed Pistol License, it may take up to 30 days to complete the background check before the license is issued. If you do not have a Washington driver’s license or identification card it can take up to 60 days. We will mail the Concealed Pistol License to you once the necessary background check has been conducted and your application has been approved. Please make sure that your current mailing address is included on your application.

How long is my Concealed Pistol License valid?

Your Concealed Pistol License is valid for five years from the date your license is issued. You will not receive a renewal notice and it is your responsibility to ensure your license has not expired.

What if I want to renew my Concealed Pistol License, but it is more than 90 days expired?

If your Concealed Pistol License expired more than 90 days ago and you wish to renew, your application will be processed as an original application, not a late renewal. You will need to be fingerprinted, and the fee will be a non-refundable sum of $55.25. Be sure to check “Original application”, not “Late renewal of license” on the Concealed Pistol License application.

What if I lose my Concealed Pistol License?

If your Concealed Pistol License has been lost, stolen, or destroyed, you may obtain a replacement license. Fill out the Concealed Pistol License application and check “Replacement license” on the form. Please be sure to bring picture identification (i.e. Washington driver’s license or ID card). The fee for a replacement license is $10.00. The expiration date will remain the same as it was on your original license.

Does Washington have reciprocity for Concealed Pistol Licenses with any other states?

Washington has reciprocity or accepts Concealed Pistol Licenses issued by a number of other states, so long as the handgun is carried in accordance with Washington law. The Washington State Attorney General’s Web site provides a list of those states that have reciprocity with Washington for Concealed Pistol Licenses. (www.atg.wa.gov/ConcealedWeapons/Reciprocity.aspx)

For more information about firearms law:

If you would like to obtain more information pertaining to state firearms law, call the Department of Licensing in Olympia at 360-664-6616. You may also write to: Department of Licensing, Firearms Unit, P.O. Box 9469, Olympia, WA 98504-9649.

For questions regarding federal law pertaining to firearms, or if you would like to obtain a copy of Federal Firearms Regulations, please write or call: The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), 915 2nd Ave, Room 790, Seattle, WA 98174. The phone is 206-389-6800. For additional information, check the ATF Web site at: (www.atf.gov)