HB5344

Relating to the definition of firearm

Introduced·2/9/26
Intr Text

Clarifies the definition of an antique firearm in West Virginia law.

This bill amends the definition of an antique firearm in West Virginia law. It specifies that an antique firearm includes any firearm with a match lock, flintlock, percussion cap, or similar ignition system that cannot use fixed ammunition. It excludes any firearm frame or receiver, converted muzzle-loading weapons, or those readily convertible to fire fixed ammunition. The bill also defines various terms related to weapons and substances, including "deadly weapon," "knife," "pepper spray," "pistol," "revolver," and "switchblade knife.

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History

Feb 9

House

Filed for introduction

Feb 9

House

To Judiciary

Feb 9

House

Introduced in House