If the gun is a semi-auto, the magazines themselves need to be empty. If not (even stored separately from the gun) it is a “loaded gun”.
Seeing as this guy lives in Washington state, he may or may not have an Oregon CCW permit. I imagine he probably may also have a record that would prevent him from possession of a firearm.
Evidently, its not too big of a deal, the DA dropped all charges to keep a Soldier on the street.
From the Racing article:
concealed Glock pistol for which Reinoehl did not have a concealed handgun license.
Thats the second time before he murdered someone that he was found with a gun, and there are most likely numerous other cases.