Wv concealed carry renewal application

Concealed Weapon Permit Information

Qualification to carry a concealed pistol or revolver in the state of West Virginia (WV code 61-7-4):

• Must be a resident of the state of WV and resident of the county in which the application is filed (valid driver’s license or photo ID is required).
• Must be at least 21 years of age or at least 18 years of age and employed in a job requiring the applicants to carry concealed handguns.
• Must not be an unlawful user of, or addicted to alcohol, controlled substance or other drugs.
• Must n ot have been convicted of a felony.
• Must n ot have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of violence involving the use of a deadly weapon.
• Must n ot have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.
• Must currently not be subject to a temporary or final violence protection order.
• Must n ot be on probation or any other form of judicial supervision for any misdemeanor.
• Must n ot be under any indictment for any felony.
• Must n ot have been adjudicated mentally incompetent by any court.
• Must be physically and mentally competent to carry a concealed handgun.
• Must have successfully completed one of several specified forms of training in handling and firing a handgun.

* Fees for concealed weapons cannot be paid online, you must visit the office in person. Please have all applications and materials prepared and completed prior to your visit.