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WV HB5344

WV HB5344
Relating to the definition of firearm


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Introduced
02/09/2026
In Committee
02/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

The purpose of this bill is to clarify the definition of an antique firearm.

AI Summary

This bill amends West Virginia law to clarify the definition of a "firearm" by specifying that an "antique firearm" is not considered a firearm for most purposes, except for specific sections of the law related to concealed carry and prohibited weapons. An antique firearm is defined as a firearm manufactured before 1898, a replica of such a firearm that doesn't use readily available modern ammunition, or a muzzle-loading weapon that uses black powder and cannot fire fixed ammunition, with certain exclusions to prevent conversion into modern firearms.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

To House Judiciary (on 02/09/2026)

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