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General Information
Learning the laws regulating the use of firearms is a must for responsible ownership. Local regulations differ and laws vary from state to state. Citizens must check with the jurisdiction where the firearm is to be used.
In Washington State, law enforcement agencies are required to follow local, state, and federal guidelines when performing the necessary background checks for issuing Concealed Pistol Licenses (CPLs). Due to the detailed nature involved in conducting these background checks, processing times can take up to 30 days (60 days for applicants residing out of state). You will be notified when all required background checks have been completed.
Any Clark County resident or non-Washington resident may apply for a CPL at the Clark County Sheriff’s Office. Alternatively, if you are a city resident, you may apply to the local law enforcement agency (Police Department) in the jurisdiction where you reside.
If you live in another county within the State of Washington, you will need to apply to the Sheriff's Office or Police Department of that county.
- For an ORIGINAL CPL, you will be asked to schedule a fingerprint appointment.
- If you are applying for a RENEWAL CPL, you may not apply until 90 days prior to the expiration date shown on your current CPL.
- LATE RENEWAL CPL applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the expiration date shown on the current CPL.
- If you are a Clark County or an out of state resident and your Washington State CPL is lost, stolen or destroyed, you may apply for a REPLACEMENT CPL from the Clark County Sheriff's Office regardless of where your CPL was originally issued.
Pricing:
| Type of Permit | Fee |
|
Original CPL |
$48.00 |
| Renewal CPL | $32.00 |
| Late Renewal CPL | $42.00 |
| Replacement CPL | $10.00 |
For credit card transactions a nominal credit card transaction fee will be charged for each transaction. Charges will be viewable prior to transaction completion.- Fingerprinting is required for an Original Concealed Pistol License. Appointments for fingerprinting are generally available Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 3:00pm excluding legal holidays.
- Click the appropriate button on the left of the screen to proceed with an application for a Concealed Pistol License.
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Concealed Pistol License Requirements: must meet ALL requirements
Completing the Application
Answering all the questions on this standard application does not guarantee the issuance of a Concealed Pistol License. The determination whether to issue the license is at the discretion of the licensing authority.
Requirements
The applicant must:
- be 21 years of age, or older.
- be a citizen of the United States, a permanent resident alien, or have an Alien Firearms License.
- If you are a permanent resident, you must provide your original Immigration-issued Permanent Resident Card at time of application.
- only be unincorporated Clark County residents
- have a current Driver’s License or State ID issued by Washington State or any other state. No Military ID’s are accepted unless the expiration date on your ID says "Military" Passports are accepted in lieu of a state-issued ID but you will need to bring proof of residency.
- We do not accept Law Enforcement ID’s or Military ID’s as photo ID’s.
What to bring to the appointment
You will need to show proof of identification. Accepted photo identification is:
- A current Washington state driver’s license.
- A current Washington state identification card.
- Equivalent out-of-state identification.
Qualifications
Conditions that may prevent the ability to obtain a CPL are listed in RCW 9.41.040 and 18 USC Ch. 44
For More Information, Contact:
Clark County Sheriff's Office
Main Office Address:
707 W 13th St.
Vancouver, WA 98660
Telephone: 564-397-2275 opt 0
For Technical Support, Contact:
Permitium Software
Email: help@permitium.com