WV HB3219

Redefines firearm possession prohibitions for convicted persons, limiting restrictions to "crimes of violence" rather than all crimes punishable by more than one year imprisonment, and adds felony offenses involving minors to the prohibited category

Allows individuals in recovery from substance use disorders to have firearm rights reinstated after maintaining recovery for at least one year, provided they are not currently participating in medication-assisted treatment (MAT)

Removes the requirement that concealed carry without a license comply with federal firearms prohibitions under 18 U.S.C. §922(g) or (n), leaving only state-level restrictions

Eliminates the existing process for prohibited persons to petition circuit court for restoration of firearm rights, instead providing automatic restoration pathways

Prohibits West Virginia law enforcement officers from assisting federal authorities in removing, restricting, or denying firearm rights of lawful state residents, while preserving their authority to enforce state crimes