SB37

Clarifying limitations on concealed carry permit

Introduced·1/14/26
Intr Text

Clarifies limitations on concealed carry permits in West Virginia, exempts honorably discharged veterans and former law enforcement from certain.

The bill amends the Code of West Virginia to clarify limitations on concealed carry permits. It specifies that honorably discharged veterans of the U.S. armed forces, reserves, or National Guard, and former federal law enforcement officials are exempt from certain restrictions. The bill also mandates that concealed weapons licenses be valid for five years and outlines the application process, including background checks and fees. It establishes a concealed weapons license administration fund and provides for the confidentiality of applicant information.

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History

Jan 14

Senate

Filed for introduction

Jan 14

Senate

To Judiciary

Jan 14

Senate

Introduced in Senate