WV House passes bill allowing concealed carry for 18- to 20-year-olds

By: Lori Kersey

Outlets: West Virginia Watch

Published: February 18, 2026

Words: 593

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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The West Virginia House of Delegates has signed off on legislation that would allow 18-, 19-, and 20-year-olds to carry a concealed weapon without a permit.

Delegates passed House Bill 4106 mostly along party lines with a vote of 87 to nine and three members absent.

West Virginia has allowed people over age 21 to carry a concealed weapon without a permit since 2016.

Open carry is legal for people …

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