Here’s How West Virginia’s Updated Concealed Carry Law Has Affected the State

By Erika Haas

Despite general concerns prior to implementation, West Virginia’s concealed carry law, which went into effect last June, has not negatively affected police safety.

The law allows anyone over the age of 21 who can legally possess a firearm to conceal carry without a permit.

Bridgeport Police Sergeant C.S. Carpenter told The Exponent Telegram that he has not noticed an increase in gun violence since the law went into effect six months ago.

Despite this, he still thinks gun owners should get a permit, if they want to carry a concealed weapon.

“I believe even though citizens have the right to carry concealed, they still should get a permit for proper training on how and when to use these firearms,” Carpenter said.

And many people have, he added.

Carpenter went on to say that a majority of people who are stopped by an officer willingly reveal whether or not they are armed.

“In the back of everyone’s mind is the thought of a possible concealed weapon. Many officers are apt to ask about a weapon. Most relinquish that information when we first make contact,” Carpenter said.

Harrison County Sheriff Robert Matheny told The Exponent Telegram that the law hasn’t created any problems …Read the Rest

Source:: Bearing Arms