Let’s talk about suppressors in Washington state — specifically about gun suppressor laws. We’ve written before about the process of buying a suppressor in Washington. Gun suppressors, also known as silencers, are devices that reduce the sound of a gunshot. These gun accessories have been around for many years, and their sale and possession are…
Does Washington Have A Stand Your Ground Law? No, Not Quite.
It’s important to understand Washington state’s self-defense laws and their implications for gun owners. Does Washington state have a “stand your ground” (or “no duty to retreat”) law? It does not. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t protect yourself when presented with a situation in which you feel your life is in imminent danger or…
When was the first gun control bill?
Gun control is an issue that has been heavily discussed in recent years. The right to bear arms was written into the United States Constitution hundreds of years ago, but over time, there have been a variety of factors that have influenced the development of America’s federal gun policies. In 1934, the first national…
2023 Washington Legislature – An Anti Gun Agenda
This blog post was originally featured on the Washington Civil Rights Association’s blog. The 2023 Legislative session is now under way and we need your support now more than ever. The ruling party has introduced a pile of anti-gun, unconstitutional bills aimed at restricting your civil rights. In spite of decades of court precedent and…
How to Get a Concealed Carry Permit in Washington State
Have you recently purchased a firearm or moved to the state of Washington? If you want to carry it with you on your person or have a loaded pistol in your vehicle, you will need to have a concealed pistol license (CPL). Let’s talk about how to get a concealed carry permit in Washington State….
5 Concealed Carry Myths Revealed — and Debunked
We love to chat with our customers in the store. We also engage quite frequently with people across our social media platforms. And one of the most popular topics of discussion has to do with concealed carry laws. Specifically, what are some concealed carry myths? In other words, when it comes to firearms purchases and…
New Washington State Gun Laws Explained
Being a responsible gun owner means knowing and understanding the various laws that surround firearm ownership. There were a variety of new Washington state gun laws passed in 2021, but in 2022, Governor Inslee signed several new laws surrounding gun regulations. Here is what you should know: Senate Bill 5078 This law forbids importing, distributing,…
Gun Background Check: Process, Rules, and Updates
The gun background check process is determined by both federal and state laws. In this piece, we’ll discuss a few details regarding background checks, including some recent changes to Washington state background checks. At our Vancouver WA gun shop, we adhere to both the letter and the spirit of the law. We want our customers…
Oregon Senate Bill 554: How It Affects Gun Owners
Oregon Senate Bill 554 was introduced into the Senate on January 11, 2021. The bill passed on a party-line vote, 17-6 despite public hearings and outcries from opponents. Oregon Gov. Kate Brown signed it into law on June 1, 2021, and it went into effect on September 25, 2021. A referendum to overturn the law…
What Is An NFA Firearm?
Are you researching guns and trying to figure out which one you should purchase? There are many to choose from. In fact, there are so many out there that you may feel overwhelmed at the options you have. As you are doing your research and determining which one will suit your specific uses, you will…