SB 747
Eliminating restriction to carry firearm on State Capitol Complex grounds
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Bill overview
This bill amends West Virginia law to clarify that individuals can legally carry deadly weapons, firearms, and pepper spray on sidewalks and streets immediately adjacent to the State Capitol Complex grounds. The bill modifies existing restrictions to specifically allow this activity, while maintaining prohibitions against defacing or obstructing access within the complex. It clarifies that lawful assembly for redress of grievances is not considered a violation of the existing restrictions.
Key provisions
- Allows the lawful carrying of firearms on sidewalks and streets bordering the State Capitol Complex.
- Allows the lawful carrying of pepper spray (up to one ounce) on sidewalks and streets bordering the State Capitol Complex.
- Clarifies that the carrying of deadly weapons is permitted on these grounds.
- Maintains prohibitions against defacing or obstructing access within the Capitol Complex.
- Defines lawful assembly for redress of grievances as not a violation.
Who is affected
- Individuals carrying firearms or pepper spray
- Visitors to the State Capitol Complex
- Law enforcement officers
- State government employees
- The general public
Notable changes
- Expands the existing prohibition against carrying deadly weapons to include sidewalks and streets adjacent to the Capitol Complex.
- Specifically addresses the carrying of firearms and pepper spray, previously subject to limitations.
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