West Virginia Gun Laws & Firearms Safety Practice Exam

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What are the age restrictions for obtaining a concealed handgun license in West Virginia?

18 and over
21 and over
25 and over
No age restriction

The correct answer is: 21 and over

In West Virginia, the law requires individuals to be at least 21 years old to obtain a concealed handgun license. This age requirement is established to ensure that individuals are of a mature age and can demonstrate responsibility and understanding of firearm safety and laws. Being 21 and over helps to ensure that license holders have reached an age where they can be presumed to have greater life experience and potentially better judgment when it comes to carrying a concealed weapon. The other choices, such as having an age restriction of 18, 25, or no age restriction, do not align with state law, which firmly sets the minimum age at 21. This regulation reflects a broader trend in many states to impose an age threshold for the responsible ownership and carrying of firearms.