WV HB4051

Allows individuals convicted of certain drug offenses (§60A-4-401 through §60A-4-403 and §60A-4-409 through §60A-4-417) to possess firearms after five years from conviction or release from incarceration, whichever is later

Restores firearm rights to individuals in recovery from substance use disorder who have maintained recovery for at least one year and 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)

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

Eliminates the petition process for prohibited persons to regain firearm rights through circuit court and removes felony drug offenses involving Schedule I-III controlled substances from the list of disqualifying convictions