General Information
Learning the laws regulating the sale of firearms is Firearm Dealer’s responsibility. Local and Federal regulations differ and laws vary from state to state.
In Washington State, law enforcement agencies are required to follow local, state and federal guidelines when performing the necessary background checks for employees working in Firearm Dealer’s shops. Due to the detailed nature involved in conducting these background checks processing times can vary. Your employer will be notified when all required background checks have been completed.
The shop you are employed at MUST be within City of Longview to apply at the Longview Police Department.
- For an Initial Background Check, you will be required to schedule a fingerprint appointment.
- There is no fingerprint appointment required for a Background Re-Check.
Pricing:
| Type of Background Check | Fee |
|
Background Check |
$21.00 |
- For credit card transactions a nominal credit card transaction fee will be charged for each transaction. Charges will be viewable prior to transaction completion.
- An online service fee of $5.50 is required to process payment. These fees will be charged even if your application is denied. This service is provided by a third party vendor and the Police Department only collects the background check fee.
- Fingerprinting is required for an Initial Background Check. Appointments for fingerprinting are generally available Tuesdays through Thursdays, excluding legal holidays
- Click the "Let's get started" button to proceed with an application for a Background Check.
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Firearms Dealer Employee Background Check: must meet ALL requirements
Completing the Application
Answering all the questions on this standard application does not guarantee a positive Background Check. The determination of eligibility is at the discretion of the backgrounding authority.
Requirements
The applicant must:
- be 21 years of age, or older.
- You must be a citizen of the United States, or a permanent resident alien.
- If you are a permanent resident, you must provide your original Immigration issued Permanent Resident Card at time of application.
- You must work in the City of Longview.
- You must have a current Driver’s License or State ID issued by Washington State or any other state or federal agency.
Accepted Forms of Identification
You will need to provide a copy of 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
You must scan or take a picture of this and upload this as part of the application you submit or upload it via the order tracker - https://longviewpdwa.permitium.com/order_tracker
Qualifications
Conditions that may prevent the ability to obtain a CPL are listed in RCW 9.41.070 and 18 USC Ch. 44
For the full list of current laws and rules regarding firearms, you can visit the Washington State Department of Licensing website or the Washington State Legislature website.
For More Information, Contact:
Longview Police Department
Address:
1351 Hudson St.
Longview, WA 98632
Phone: 360-442-5800
Fax: 360-442-5963
For Technical Support, Contact:
Permitium Software
Email: help@permitium.com
Phone: (855) 642-2453
