Vetoed by Governor Earl Tomblin

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that repeals the requirement of a license to carry a concealed gun.

Highlights:

• Requires an individual to submit an application and an application fee of $75 to the sheriff of his or her county to obtain a license to carry a concealed firearm (Art. 7).
• Specifies that concealed firearm licenses only be issued for pistols or revolvers (Art. 7).
• Specifies that any individual under the age of 21 carrying a concealed firearm without a state license is guilty of a misdemeanor, except in the following circumstances (Art. 7):
• An individual is carrying a firearm upon his or her own premises;
• An individual is carrying an unloaded firearm from the place of purchase to his or her residence;
• An individual is carrying a firearm while hunting in a lawful manner; or
• An individual who is an active duty member of the United States armed forces, the National Guard, or the United States armed forces reserves.

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