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Concealed Pistol Licenses
Who is eligible for a CPL:
Applicants must be Snohomish County residents or out-of-state residents. Washington residents who live outside of Snohomish County must apply at their local Sheriff’s Office. City residents may apply to the local law enforcement agency (police department) in the jurisdiction where they reside. Applicants unsure of where to apply can locate their law enforcement agency using the county’s Law Enforcement Look-up page.
Any applicant convicted of a felony cannot have a permit unless their rights have been restored by the appropriate court. Other conditions that may prevent the ability to obtain a CPL are listed in RCW 9.41.070.
How to apply for, renew or replace a CPL:
CPL applications: All CPL applications are submitted online only (https://snohomishwa.permitium.com/ccw/start). Kiosks are available at our locations if needed.
CPL renewals: You may not apply until 90 days prior to the expiration date shown on your current CPL.
CPL late renewals: Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the expiration date shown on the current CPL.
CPL lost/stolen: If your CPL is lost, stolen or destroyed, you may apply for a replacement regardless of where your CPL was originally issued. You can also apply for a replacement if you’d like to have the new Snohomish County CPL card.
**NOTE: For best results apply using a tablet, laptop, or desktop computer. The application is not optimized for smartphones and you may encounter technical difficulties.
What to bring to your fingerprint appointment:
Applicants must provide one of the following state or federally issued photo identification:
- A current driver’s license
- A current Washington state identification card
- Military identification card
- A current passport
- Law enforcement identification
- Additional required documentation (if applicable):
- Permanent resident card (green card)
- Alien Firearms License
When will I receive my permit?
In accordance with RCW 9.41.070, a CPL will be issued to an eligible person residing in this state within 30 days after the submission of an application. If the applicant does not have a valid Washington state driver’s license or Washington state identification card or has not been a resident of Washington for the previous consecutive ninety days, the CPL will be issued within 60 days after the submission of an application.
Out-of-State Residents
Washington has reciprocity for concealed pistol licenses issued by certain other states, so long as the handgun is carried in accordance with Washington law. The Washington State Attorney General’s website provides a list of those states that have reciprocity with Washington for concealed pistol licenses.
Alien Firearms Licenses
The Department of Licensing has additional application information for resident aliens living in Washington State who wish to apply for a firearms license.
Fees
Please refer to our "Fees for Services" page.
For credit card transactions, a nominal credit card transaction fee and an on-line convenience fee will be charged for each transaction. These charges are non-refundable and will be visible prior to transaction completion. Credit card transaction services are provided by a third party vendor and the Sheriff’s Office only collects the fees in accordance with the Washington State statute.
In accordance with RCW 9.41.070 (5), RCW 9.41.070 (6) and RCW 9.41.070 (7), fees associated with applying for a CPL are non-refundable. In the event that you cancel your application, do not pick-up your license, or if you are found to be ineligible to lawfully possess a CPL/firearm, you will not receive a refund.
Hours & Locations
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Snohomish County Courthouse
3000 Rockefeller, 4th Floor
Everett, WA 98201
Monday-Thursday, 9am-4pm, closed daily 12pm-1pm
425.388.3839
South Precinct
15928 Mill Creek Blvd
Mill Creek, WA 98012
425.388.5250
East Precinct
515 Main St
Sultan, WA 98294
425.388.6260
Granite Falls Police Department
(City and unincorporated Granite Falls residents only)
Applications online only205 S Granite Ave
Granite Falls, WA 98252
360-691-6611
M-Th: 9-4:30pm
Friday: 9-12pm
North Precinct
15100 40th Ave NE
Marysville, WA 98271-8905
425.388.5200
Snohomish Police Department
(City of Snohomish residents only)
230 Maple Ave
Snohomish, WA 98290
Monday-Friday, 8 AM-4 PM
360-568-0888
Stanwood Police Department
(City and unincorporated Stanwood residents only)
8727 271st St NW
Stanwood, WA 98292
Monday-Friday, 9 AM-5 PM
425-388-5290
Firearms and Dangerous Weapons Laws and Resources
Changes to Firearms Laws in Washington State - Effective July 1, 2019
Washington State Firearms laws and regulations are changing in 2019 due to voter approved Initiative 1639, as well as processing changes from the National Instant Criminal Background Check System, or NICS. The Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs have created a guide to help explain the changes taking place to firearms laws, including age limits for possession, background checks, storage, and waiting periods.