All the New Ways Washington State Can Take Your Guns Starting Next Month
William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law, provides an expert analysis of Washington State's HB 1562, effective July 23, 2023. The law introduces significant new grounds for the revocation of firearm rights beyond existing felony and domestic violence disqualifiers. This includes expanded definitions of domestic violence offenses, convictions for stalking and cyber harassment, unlawful firearm aiming or display, animal cruelty, and multiple DUI offenses. The expert also details the process and waiting periods for restoring firearm rights, emphasizing that the law is not retroactive.









