West Virginia CCW Reciprocity Map
States that Honor West Virginia's CCW Permit:
Alaska,
Arizona,
Arkansas,
Florida*,
Idaho,
Indiana,
Kansas*,
Kentucky,
Michigan*,
Missouri,
Montana,
North Carolina,
Ohio,
Oklahoma,
Pennsylvania,
Tennessee,
Utah,
Virginia,
West Virginia
* Honors RESIDENTIAL West Virginia permits only.
State CCW Permits that West Virginia Honors:
Arizona,
Arkansas,
Florida,
Kentucky,
Michigan,
Missouri,
North Carolina,
Ohio,
Pennsylvania,
South Dakota,
Tennessee,
Virginia,
West Virginia,
Frequently Asked CCW Questions:
Who do I ask questions concerning the process for obtaining concealed weapons permits?
Contact the sheriff of the county where you reside.
Is there a good site in the state for information
Yes - http://www.wvcdl.org/
This is maintainted by Mr. Jim Mullins who serves as the President of the West Virginia Citizens Defense League.
Is it lawful to carry weapons (e.g. rifles, shotguns, and pistols) in my vehicle when I travel in West Virginia?
Individuals who possess a valid concealed carry permit may carry a
concealed handgun in a motor vehicle for purpose of self defense only.
West Virginia permits anyone who can lawfully possess a handgun to
carry an unconcealed handgun. If you choose to carry an unconcealed
handgun in your vehicle and are stopped by a law-enforcement officer,
you must understand that that the weapon will immediately attract the
attention of the police officer. The presence of the weapon may lead to
action by the officer to ensure his or her safety such as the drawing
of his or her weapon, ordering you from the vehicle, and/or performing
a pat-down search. Weapons intended for hunting must be unloaded and in
a case when transported in a vehicle. It is strongly recommended that,
if you do not have a valid concealed carry permit, while traveling in a
vehicle, that all firearms be unloaded and cased in a location in the
vehicle that is not readily accessible to any of the occupants. Any
ammunition should be stored in a separate location from the firearm
How do I obtain a concealed carry permit in West Virginia?
You must be a West Virginia resident to obtain a West Virginia permit.
Applications are processed by the Sheriff of your county of residence.
I am a police officer from another state who will be traveling through West Virginia, may I lawfully carry my service weapon?
As of July 22, 2004, federal law permits any qualified current or
retired law enforcement officer to carry a concealed firearm in any of
the 50 states. Officers must carry identification issued from the
agency from which they are employed or retired while possessing the
firearm. Retired members from states other than West Virginia must
carry proof that they have met their respective state’s standards for
training and qualification on the firearm which they carry within one
year of the date that they are carrying the firearm. Certain other
restrictions apply. Please click here to view the complete text of the
new law.