HB4374

Relating to Off Duty LEO and LEOSA Exemptions

Introduced·1/15/26
Intr Text

Authorizes off-duty and retired law enforcement officers to carry concealed handguns in certain West Virginia buildings.

This bill amends the West Virginia Code to allow off-duty and retired law enforcement officers to carry concealed handguns in buildings where on-duty officers are authorized, provided they comply with agency firearms policies and present credentials when requested. The bill also specifies that the provisions do not apply to certain areas, such as the Governor's office, the Supreme Court chambers, and the State Senate and House of Delegates chambers. The bill defines terms such as "law-enforcement officer" and "person of authority.

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History

Jan 15

House

Filed for introduction

Jan 15

House

To Judiciary

Jan 15

House

Introduced in House