The article indicates the man had his WA State concealed-pistol license (CPL).
Let's be safe out there. If you're going to carry, be proficient and have your chit together...
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An 80-year-old woman who was accidentally shot while eating dinner at an Oak Harbor restaurant Friday night...
Washington State Tops 590K Concealed Pistol Licenses - Liberty Park Press
The Washington State Department of Licensing reported Tuesday afternoon that the state has passed the 590,000 mark for active concealed pistol licenses, indicating continued growth in the number of legally-armed...