Full list of states that offer a veterans designation on drivers licenses or their state issued ID cards, including states with pending legislation. West Virginia now does the Veterans Designation on the drivers license, I believe they started in late 2012. Eric Hamiter says.
West Virginia Concealed Carry Disclaimer Although a reasonable effort has been made to ensure the information contained here is correct and up-to-date. There is no guarantee of its accuracy and you should not rely upon the information presented here as the final authority on any question you may have regarding the law. As with all legal matters, seek out the help of a qualified lawyer when necessary. HB4145 to take effect May 24, 2016 This section of this page explains changes that will become effective May 24th, 2016 as a result of the passage of HB4145.
For information on current law, scroll down to 'In General.' 18-20 year olds: Effective May 24, 2016, WV residents from 18-20 years of age, and who are not otherwise prohibited by law, may obtain a Provisional License to carry a concealed deadly weapon, for a total cost of $40. It will be valid until the applicant turns 21 years of age. For right now, assume that this license is valid in WV only. However, the WVCDL believes a limited number of states will honor this provisional license.
The WVCDL will update as we become aware of other states that will honor WV Provisional Licenses. NOTE: The provisional license only applies to pistols or revolvers. Other concealed deadly weapons (such as brass knuckles, knives longer than 3.5', clubs, ASPs, etc.) may result in arrest, fine, and jail time. 18-20 year old military: 18-20 year old members of the United States Armed Forces, Reserves, and National Guard may carry concealed handguns without a license.
NOTE: This does not cover deadly weapons other than handguns. Knives with blades longer than 3.5', switchblades, dirks, ASPs, etc. Are NOT covered under this section. Handguns only. See: ยง61-7-6. 21+ years old: Any US citizen or legal resident of the US in WV who is 21 years of age or older, and who is not otherwise prohibited by law, may carry a concealed deadly weapon within the state of WV without a license. This does NOT grant a WV resident the right to carry in other states without a license.
For carry in other states, West Virginians must obtain a license. (See below) Knives and other deadly weapons: An 18-20 year old who carries any concealed deadly weapon without a license will face a year in jail and a $1000 fine, and could find themsleves disqualified for firearms ownership in the future. The same penalty applies to an 18-20 year old who carries a concealed deadly weapon other than a handgun, even if they have a provisional license. 21+ are allowed to carry deadly weapons other than firearms concealed, provided that weapon is legal to possess, and that they are not prohibited by law from possessing firearms. Disqualified persons (felony convictions, etc.) who carry concealed deadly weapons of any kind face severe criminal penalties.