Gun Reciprocity Information
The terms of reciprocity agreements allow West Virginia resident concealed handgun licensees to carry concealed handguns in the reciprocal states. It is important for license holders to understand that when they are traveling in or through another state, the license holder is subject to the firearm laws of the state.
West Virginians can review gun reciprocity information for a particular state by clicking on the interactive map below. If you have any questions regarding gun reciprocity agreements, you can also call the Office of Attorney General at 304-558-2021 and we will be happy to assist you.
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Arkansas |
West Virginia has full reciprocity with Arkansas.
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Attorney General 200 Catlett-Prien Tower 323 Center Street Little Rock, Arkansas 72201 (501)682-1323 oag@ag.state.ar.us Visit Website | |
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· Alaska · Arizona · Arkansas · Delaware · Florida · Kansas · Kentucky · Louisiana · Michigan · Mississippi · Missouri · New Mexico |
· North Carolina · North Dakota · Ohio · Oklahoma · Pennsylvania · South Carolina · South Dakota · Tennessee · Texas · Utah · Virginia · Wyoming |
· Idaho · Indiana · Iowa · Montana · Nebraska · Nevada · Vermont · Wisconsin* |
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* Recognizes permits issued after June 8, 2012. West Virginia residents with a valid West Virginia CHL may legally carry a concealed handgun in any state with which West Virginia has full reciprocity and those states which formally recognize West Virginia permits. All West Virginia residents are required to possess a valid West Virginia CHL to carry a concealed handgun in West Virginia and may not use a non-resident permit, even from a reciprocal state. |
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