Second Amendment Rights Of Citizens In Washington
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Currently, the other states with permitless carry laws are: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, West Virginia and Wyoming.
Concealed carry firearms can be carried in backpacks, purses, or in a holster under a garment. The full of Washington State's laws governing firearm laws is in chapter 9.41 RCW.
Open Carry is legal but you must have a valid permit/license to carry a loaded handgun in any vehicle in Washington. This includes cars, buses and trains. You can keep the firearm holstered with empty chamber on your hip in your vehicle (can't be concealed) but the loaded mag must be removed.
While there is no class or training required to receive your Washington permit, we will ensure you leave with a complete knowledge of the state laws, as well as what the application looks like for a Washington CPL. During the class the following will be covered: RCW 9.41.
Effective June 6, 2024, Senate Bill 5444 prohibits the open carry of firearms in public libraries, zoos, aquariums, and transit facilities. Individuals with concealed-carry permits may still carry their firearms, but only if properly concealed.
High-Capacity Magazine Restrictions On July 1, 2022, a law prohibiting the sale, attempted sale, manufacture and distribution of high-capacity magazines that hold more than 10 rounds went into effect in Washington. The law does not prohibit the possession of high-capacity magazines.
The federal Gun Control Act, 18 U.S.C. §922(f)(2)(g), makes it unlawful for certain categories of persons to possess firearms or ammunition, including convicted felons and individuals convicted of a domestic violence misdemeanor.
Open Carry is Legal. But is it Safe? While one needs a license to carry a concealed firearm, Washington residents DO NOT need a license to openly carry a firearm. The only restriction is that openly carrying a firearm is prohibited in all areas where concealed carry is prohibited.
Can I Open Carry in Washington State? Open Carry is legal but you must have a valid permit/license to carry a loaded handgun in any vehicle in Washington. This includes cars, buses and trains.
During the Constitutional Convention, the Framers understood the necessity of a citizen militia to resist a potentially oppressive military if constitutional order broke down. The Second Amendment codified the individual right to firearm possession to combat this fear.
