When Can I Point a Firearm at Someone Else in Washington State?

[@alandolan2182]

I absolutely love all the information you provide for the people I enjoy the service that you provide for the people also I really hope it boosts your business thanks again

[@shawn2603]

I do not understand how a gang member shoots at another gang in mall and hits 3 random bystanders and he was found innocent via self defence.

[@Thundarr995]

I'd never point a gun at anyone or anything that I wasn't planning on shooting. I wouldn't even pull it out if I wasn't planning on using it.

[@libertystuffnthingsreviews829]

Thank you.

[@TheMonteCarlo]

Thank you so much for what you do for responsible gun owners. It's extremely important we as law-abiding citizens understand these laws and you make it so easy for the layman to grasp.

[@WashingtonGunLaw]

Thank you for watching.

[@WashingtonGunLaw]

Thank you for watching. Let us know if you have any ideas for videos you might want to see.

[@TheMonteCarlo]

@@WashingtonGunLaw Thanks for the engagement! Much appreciated. I do think the legality of 3D printed guns, specifically ownership and manufacturing of, would be very much appreciated by the community. Apologies if you've already made a video on the subject and thank you for taking the time to read this.

[@shereen-survival]

Wish I found your channel when I lived in Seattle. Moved to Florida. Dont miss seattle at all. Anyways thanks for the info :-)

[@WashingtonGunLaw]

Congratulations on making your escape.

[@shereen-survival]

Lived there all my life. Left in 2020. Got to be to ridiculous for me I lived downtown seattle. I dont see it getting any better for a long time. At least there is some people like you up there but you are way outnumbered. Take care!

[@YourLocalShooter]

@@shereen-survival How’s florida ? Thinking of florida or East texas near the gulf of mexico.

[@shereen-survival]

@@YourLocalShooter Amazing!

[@montanamayfield]

Never point a gun at a person in Washington State unless you like making Collect calls from prison. You can quote all the laws you want in Washington State but if You shoot a" Connected" person or if the prosecutor wants you, the laws in Washington State won't Protect you. The laws in Idaho are completely different, and MANY of a citizen wished ,they had discharged their firearm in Idaho and NOT Washington State.

[@willstauffer09]

What happened in your case?

[@bmxnrock4life]

I just moved to WA from Idaho as I could not afford a house in the place I grew up. Trying to make the best of it. As an everyday carrier, I am glad I found your channel to help grow my knowledge and become a more responsible gun owner

[@glennoelkers1105]

Love your channel it has answered so many of my questions. Thank you for all the info keep it coming :-)

[@WashingtonGunLaw]

Thanks for watching!!!

[@seth7745]

The way I have always understood it is that in most states you are more likely to get in trouble if you scare off a criminal with a gun than if you just shoot them in self defense.

[@jeske100]

0:39: If using the tea cup grip? Never!

[@andrewlowley8689]

i love these vids.. thank you... if im driving and a road rager starts asulting me, can i use force? Me personally would probably always try to keep it less than lethal but i wonder about that often. Like in any situation really.. what exactly can i do when im being assulted? If the long answer is in other videos i apologize i am new to the channel

[@BrohammerInc]

Just wanted to say I love this Channel and I'm so glad this exists it allows responsible gun owners to understand the convoluted gun laws here in Washington and make sure they aren't going to get incarcerated over a common misconception or misunderstanding of the convoluted gun laws keep up the great work you are literally keeping law abiding citizens out of prison. ❤️

[@jeannierhodes5182]

I think the FBI teaches you ONLY draw when you must shoot. Play no games. And you aim to kill.

[@joewickie2376]

As soon as I saw the consequences for pointing a firearm at someone, I removed my light from the gun and will be carrying it separately.

[@richardkev3077]

Agreed. I have a very nice light that *was* mounted to my gun. I have a separate flashlight to use instead.

[@WityWot]

Just put a light on mine. Could you elaborate on why you made that decision? Thanks

[@jamesteel4819]

@@WityWot When you point the light at someone, you are also pointing the firearm at them at the same time,

[@MrJayharr58]

Thanks again for another great video

[@WashingtonGunLaw]

Thank you!!!

[@iamgoliath225]

Really appreciate this video.

[@martinmoore5335]

It sounds like us law shield is useless in washington

[@dandahermitseals5582]

So if you lift shirt to show you are armed are you guilty of brandishing the fire arm?? Answer?? Please? Dandahermit

[@DallasGreer-lx2jk]

If I see a police officer fighting with a suspect on the ground, am I justified in pulling my weapon to assist the officer?

[@theguyinblue123]

Why would you bring all this mess to yourself. Your life will be flipped upside down if something goes wrong.

[@cjerico]

Another great and informative video sir. Thank you!

[@WashingtonGunLaw]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching.

[@jeannierhodes5182]

Those of us who have guns for non-sporting use there is place for hot heads and those lacking "common sense". Forget what you saw while enjoying the latest shooting game on your 65 inch flat screen.

[@seth7745]

Never point a gun at anything you do not intend to shoot. That being said, if you are interested in self-preservation, WA state is not a good place to live.

[@bangUwitApickle]

Can you please specify how to stow a firearm in a vehicle WITHOUT a clp?

[@dick-parker]

Most likely unloaded. These unconstitutional laws make me want to move

[@WashingtonGunLaw]

If you do not possess a valid CPL, the firearm must be stowed in the car unloaded. Whether you choose to keep it in a case, your glove box or center console, the firearm cannot be loaded. For individuals who want to protect themselves while on the road, which is understandable, we often advise them to keep the firearm in the center console with a magazine readily available in their left pocket or left side of the car (so long as they are a right-handed shooter). There is no requirement how the firearm must be carried while the car is underway. If the car is parked, and you leave the firearm unattended, it must be concealed from view from anyone standing outside the car.

[@bangUwitApickle]

@@WashingtonGunLaw thank you. Sometimes I just need things re-worded to get it through this skull thick enough to almost be bullet proof. I was understanding it as the firearm had to be actually locked in a box whether it be the lockable glove box or otherwise while traveling.

[@jaredwright1655]

Love your stuff, do you mind If I call when a random wuestion pops up in my friend groups? Im a huge proponent on educating my non-gun-owner peers on our rights and never want to misinform. Cheers!

[@ninjazzrhythm400]

Thank you and god bless!

[@WashingtonGunLaw]

Our pleasure!

[@hershallbrown1751]

Consider a horizontal shoulder. The gun is pointing somewhat parallel to the ground and behind the possessor. And that person walks around in public. Invariably, the gun will be pointed a people behind that person. Would you say that would be a crime each time it points at another?

[@batglide5484]

I would suppose that there is a difference between a holstered firearm that someone is not holding and a firearm in someone's hand.

[@yourlogicalnightmare1014]

Prosecutors need maximium flexibility to prosecute, that's why the laws are vaguely written

[@TheDogsSide]

Thank you!

[@WashingtonGunLaw]

You're welcome!

[@phillipjohn1694]

Deadly....missile? People have Deadly missiles? Are those legal to have as a civilian?

[@giantmanice]

That just means a rock or brick type thing, anything thrown or slung is considered a missile

[@yourlogicalnightmare1014]

Remember... gang members ALWAYS get prosecuted if they shoot someone, self-defense or not, under actual threat of death or not. Right to self-defense largely depends on who you are.

[@jrtactical2294]

As a 20 year old can i legaly buy semi auto shotguns since the washigton state law say only semi auto rifles are illegal to have

[@WashingtonGunLaw]

The ban only applies to semi-automatic rifles, not shotguns. Good question. Thanks for watching.

[@jrtactical2294]

@@WashingtonGunLaw thank you Mr william kirk for the answering my question

[@trillgreen5263]

Would you consider tasers and brass knuckles as deadly weapons?

[@WashingtonGunLaw]

Metal knuckles.....yes. Tasers....no. RCW 9.41.250. app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=9.41.250

[@trillgreen5263]

@@WashingtonGunLaw thank you very much and sorry the maybe stupid question I asked.

[@donjames6687]

Public Servants pull their weapon freely. Without ANY threat present. Is this Legal? Can i charge the officer with a crime?

[@tigerlilysoma588]

What about saying some version of "If you try to hurt me, I will take my gun out of its holster, and shoot you with it?" Is that considered a threatening statement as by law, if they're truely making you feel unsafe or have previously made threats?

[@BWIENS789]

Is pointing a firearm or using a firearm to stop a rape considered lawful under RCW?

[@WashingtonGunLaw]

In all likelihood, yes.

[@johnscott2972]

In a criminal trespass scenario, is threat of property damages and/or theft viewed as any weight whatsoever? Say I (an active licensed carry) were performing a citizen's arrest of criminal trespass under common law (individuals refusing to leave my private, clearly posted property, after being asked to do so) of known transient drug abusers. If I were to brandish but not threaten said trespassers, I could be at risk of losing my rights? With drugs involved, AND a blatant disregard of my request to vacate my private property, would that be deemed as threatening, to the courts; as it is to me? Are my (C.C. specific) rights and obligations any different in performing citizen's arrest vs. self defense? After this latest reform it would be great if you'd do a video specifically on common law and our rights of performing citizen's arrest now that the right of pursuit has been stifled for L.E.O.'s....scary times we are in.

[@WashingtonGunLaw]

Criminal Trespass involves only an interference with your property. We are not making light of it, but to aim a firearm at a person for merely trespassing is probably not legally permitted.

[@johnscott2972]

@@WashingtonGunLaw, I meant clarity more specifically on the 9.41.270 stating intimidating persons with a deadly weapon (via brandishing). Would the situation above be deemed intimidation or coercion? Thank you for the replies and great content

[@JK-co4lz]

It is scary times. Especially when the L.E.'s are focusing on just dealing with the aftermath and if you used a gun, it's an easy arrest for their monthly quota for arrests since you're still around. Civilians just want to "feel" safe and if those numbers help ease their minds momentarily, then L.E.'s have done their job.

[@rayc.1396]

None of these laws effect law enforcement officers, they have the right to point a firearm at any person, armed or not, they can also shoot at any person and never be reprimanded for such action. These are the persons who should be controlled more often. Your explanation is always superseded by the officers statement, because they are only lying to save their job.