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Firearms
- By Sheriff JCSO
- Published 03/8/2009
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Both state and federal laws govern the use of firearms. Here in Washington, most state firearm laws are found in the Revised Code of Washington (RCW Chapter 9.41) while many federal laws and regulations are listed in the United States Code. Although these two legal reference sources are informative, they are not all-inclusive, and additional firearm restrictions apply in certain cases.
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- Possession of a Firearm
- Carrying Handguns Without a License
- Obtaining A Concealed Pistol License
- Leaving a Pistol in A Vehicle
- Use of a Firearm By A Minor
- Short Barreled Shotguns and Rifles
- The Use of Deadly Force
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Fingerprinting
- By Sheriff JCSO
- Published 03/8/2009
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Fingerprinting for purposes other than criminal matters may take place on Tuesdays during the normal business hours. To obtain fingerprints, it will be necessary for you to provide fingerprint cards (except for the purpose of a concealed pistol license) and picture ID. There is a $5 fee for per fingerprint card. Fingerprinting is done at the Justice Center, 79 Elkins Road, Port Hadlock.
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Internet Fraud
- By Sheriff JCSO
- Published 03/8/2009
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Internet Fraud has become a serious concern for everyone that utilizes email, auctions and on-line shopping. Since it is often difficult to establish a jurisdiction for fraud complaints occurring on the internet, the Internet Fraud Complaint Center has been established. It is a partnership between the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the National White Collar Crime Center. This organization provides a resource for understanding Internet Fraud and a system for filing complaints of Internet Fraud.
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Idenity Theft
- By Sheriff JCSO
- Published 03/8/2009
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Identity theft has become a major concern to law enforcement throughout the United States. It is the fastest growing crime and affects more than 500,000 new victims each year. We’ve all heard horror stories about fraud that’s committed on us in stealing a name, address, Social Security number, credit cards, etc. Here’s some critical information to limit the damage in case this happens to you or someone you know.
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Methamphetamine Information
- By Sheriff JCSO
- Published 03/8/2009
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According to the National Institute on Drug Addiction (NIDA) Methamphetamine is an addictive stimulant drug that strongly activates certain systems in the brain. Methamphetamine is chemically related to amphetamine, but the central nervous system effects of methamphetamine are greater. Both drugs have some limited therapeutic uses, primarily in the treatment of obesity.
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