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WV HB2692
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kayla Young
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AI Summary
- Requires firearm owners to store weapons in a securely locked box, secure location, or with a trigger lock when a minor is likely to gain access without parental permission or required supervision
- Exempts firearms being carried on the person's body or within close enough proximity to retrieve and use quickly
- Creates a misdemeanor offense punishable by up to 60 days in jail and/or up to $500 fine when improper storage results in a minor gaining access and possessing or exhibiting the firearm in a public place or in a threatening manner
- Does not apply if the minor obtained the firearm through unlawful entry by any person
Legislative Description
Safe storage of firearms
Public Safety
Last Action
To House Judiciary
2/20/2025
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/20/2025
Full Bill Text
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