[Robert357]

What is also interesting is the number of multi-state CPL holders. A few weeks ago, I renewed my Oregon Concealed Carry License, which has to be done in person for the picture. As a Washington resident, I needed to show my Washington State CPL and WA Driver's License in my renewal application process.

While standing in line about 2/3rds of the people getting Oregon CPL licenses were WA state residents.

I found that interesting.

The point being that yes there is a dramatic increase in the number of CPL licenses being issues, but part of the increase may be that more and more concealed carry people may want to be licensed in multiple states that do not have full reciprocity.

Whenever anyone asked me about either buying a firearm or getting a concealed carry permit, I usually give them Dave Workman's book on Firearm laws in WA State. If you are putting yourself in a position to use deadly force, then you need to really understand the laws that govern deadly force as they have nothing to do with common sense. I also advise lots of firearms safety training, range time and training.

Buying a firearm and/or getting a CPL doesn't necessarily make you skilled or give you the specialized legal knowledge required to use a firearm.

[TMN78247]

Personally I want MANY MORE good/well-trained people to carry concealed.

As a former SENIOR CAPTAIN (that is THE senior Ranger) of our Texas Rangers said, “I wish that we had 10 times the current number of licensed firearms owners, as they are among the most mature, sober & law-abiding of our Texas citizens.”

Yours, TMN78247

[Armscor38]

Oregon only issues CPLs to out of state residents in bordering states. My Michigan CPL is not valid there and I wouldn’t be able to apply for an Oregon CPL. On the other hand, my Michigan CPL is already honored in 39 other states.