4.8 Washington Laws and Regulations for Handguns

• It is against both state and federal law for a licensed dealer to sell a handgun to anyone under 21.
• Centerfire handguns approved for big game hunting must be a minimum of .24 caliber and have a minimum barrel length of four inches.
• Hunter education staff recommends that you check with them at 360-902-8111 if you have any doubt about the use of a particular handgun for big game hunting.