To apply for a concealed pistol license at the Mount Vernon Police Department, you must be a resident within the city limits of Mount Vernon.
If you live outside the city of Mount Vernon you must apply at the Skagit County Sheriff's Office or the city police department you reside in.
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 (up to 60 days for applicants residing out of state). You will be notified when all required background checks have been completed.
If you reside within the city of Mount Vernon, or are a resident of another state, you may apply for a CPL at the Mount Vernon Police Department. If you are a county resident, you may apply to the local law enforcement agency (Sheriff's Office) in the jurisdiction of where you reside.
Pricing:
Type of Permit | Fee |
Original CPL |
$49.25 |
Renew CPL | $32.00 |
Late Renewal | $42.00 |
Replacement CPL | $10.00 |
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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:
What to bring to the appointment
You will need to show proof of identification. Accepted photo identification is:
Qualifications
Conditions that may prevent the ability to obtain a CPL are listed in RCW 9.41.070 and 18 USC Ch. 44
Mount Vernon Police Department
1805 Continental Place
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Phone: 360-336-6271
Fax: 360-336-0634
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