Concealed Pistol Licenses  The process is easier than you think.

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 Longview, or are a resident of another state, you may apply for a CPL through the Longview Police Department online application, located under the Select To Get Started section.

• For an ORIGINAL CPL, you will be asked to schedule a fingerprint appointment.
• If you are applying for a CPL RENEWAL, you may not apply until 90 days prior to the expiration date shown on your current CPL.
• LATE RENEWAL applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the expiration date shown on the current CPL.
• If you are a city of Longview 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 Longview Police Department regardless of where your CPL was originally issued if you are currently a resident in the city of Longview.

Pricing:

• 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 Tuesdays through Thursdays, 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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Firearms Dealer Employee Background Check  You must have a permit to purchase.

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:

• 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

Fingerprints and Other Services.  We are here to help.

Fingerprinting services are offered on an appointment basis at the Longview Police Department. The service is offered during normal business hours. Photo identification is required (driver license, passport, etc.) at the time of service.

The public counter provides inkless (digitally scanned) fingerprints on an FBI FD-258 card provided by our office. 

In most instances, fingerprints cannot be sent electronically; the completed FD-258 fingerprint card will be provided to you. It will be your responsibility to submit the fingerprint card(s) to the requesting agency or business and obtain the proper ORI (a 9-digit originating agency identifier assigned by the FBI).

Pricing:

• $15.00 for the first card, $3.00 for each additional card.

Appointments:

• Appointments for fingerprinting will be processed Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Click the "Let's get Started" button to apply for fingerprints.