Establishes a centralized firearms background check system in Washington, allowing checks when state systems are unavailable.

The bill establishes a centralized firearms background check system in Washington, managed by the Washington State Patrol. It mandates that dealers use this system for background checks on firearm sales or transfers. The system must include a web portal and telephone access for dealers to request checks. When state record systems are unavailable, the system can process checks using the national instant criminal background check system and other available state and federal databases.

Establishes a centralized firearms background check system in Washington, allowing checks when state systems are unavailable.

The bill establishes a centralized firearms background check system in Washington, managed by the Washington State Patrol. It mandates that dealers use this system for background checks on firearm sales or transfers. The system must include a web portal and telephone access for dealers to request checks. When state record systems are unavailable, the system can process checks using the national instant criminal background check system and other available state and federal databases.