West Virginia HB4051 amends firearm possession laws, allowing certain nonviolent offenders to regain their right to carry firearms.

West Virginia HB4051 amends the state's firearm possession laws to clarify the right to bear arms as a constitutional right. It specifies that individuals convicted of nonviolent crimes may petition to regain their right to possess firearms. Notably, those in recovery from substance use disorders for at least one year and not participating in medication-assisted treatment can have their rights reinstated. The bill also outlines penalties for possessing firearms under certain conditions and clarifies that law enforcement officers cannot infringe on individuals' right to bear arms.

West Virginia HB4051 amends firearm possession laws, allowing certain nonviolent offenders to regain their right to carry firearms.

West Virginia HB4051 amends the state's firearm possession laws to clarify the right to bear arms as a constitutional right. It specifies that individuals convicted of nonviolent crimes may petition to regain their right to possess firearms. Notably, those in recovery from substance use disorders for at least one year and not participating in medication-assisted treatment can have their rights reinstated. The bill also outlines penalties for possessing firearms under certain conditions and clarifies that law enforcement officers cannot infringe on individuals' right to bear arms.