West Virginia Moves to Expand Constitutional Carry to 18–20-Year-Olds
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Momentum is building in West Virginia as SB 30 and its companion bill, HB 4106, advance through the legislature. These bills aim to close a long-standing inconsistency in state law by extending constitutional carry protections to law-abiding adults between the ages of eighteen and twenty-one.
What SB 30 and HB 4106 Would Do
Under current West Virginia law, adults ages 18–20 can legally possess a handgun—but must obtain a provisional permit to carry concealed. SB 30 and HB 4106 would correct that inconsistency by allowing law-abiding adults 18 and older to carry without a permit, provided they are not prohibited under state or federal law. In simple terms, if you are legally an adult, you should be treated like one.
At 18, Americans can:
Vote in elections
Sign contracts
Live independently
Serve in the military
Be held fully accountable under criminal law
Yet in many states, they are still restricted from exercising their full Second Amendment rights.
Equal Rights for Young Adults
Supporters argue this is about fairness and equal treatment under the law. A young adult working late shifts to support herself shouldn’t be denied the same ability to defend her life that a 25-year-old has. Criminals don’t check IDs before committing crimes. The law shouldn’t leave responsible young adults defenseless simply because of their age bracket.
In states like West Virginia—where young men and women regularly step forward at 18 to serve in the Armed Forces—the inconsistency is especially striking. Those who are trusted to defend the Constitution abroad should not be treated as second-class citizens at home.
Why This Matters Everywhere
While this legislation is unfolding in West Virginia, the broader principle applies nationwide. Across the country, lawmakers are debating whether constitutional carry should apply equally to all legal adults. Each state that strengthens 2A protections sets an example—and builds momentum.
At 2 If By Sea Tactical, Southern Minnesota’s premier indoor range and firearms store, we believe it is on all of us to support and defend the Second Amendment—no matter what state we call home. The right to keep and bear arms does not come with an asterisk.
It’s On All of Us
Legislative wins don’t happen by accident. They happen because engaged citizens speak up. Whether you live in West Virginia, Minnesota, or anywhere else, staying informed and involved matters. We encourage responsible gun owners to follow developments like SB 30 and HB 4106 closely. The fight for equal application of constitutional rights continues state by state.
At 2 If By Sea Tactical, we remain committed to:
Tracking key 2A legislation nationwide
Promoting responsible gun ownership
Supporting policies that strengthen—not weaken—the Second Amendment
It’s on all of us to stand up for our rights. Stay informed. Stay engaged. And stay connected with 2 If By Sea Tactical for all things 2A. Support those who support you. Gun Onwers of America (GOA) is fighting for these bills. In Minnesota support the Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus.
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