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2020 West Virginia Code
Chapter 61. Crimes and Their Punishment
Article 7. Dangerous Weapons
§61-7-15a. Use or Presentation of a Firearm During Commission of a Felony; Penalties
Universal Citation: WV Code § 61-7-15a (2020)
As a separate and distinct offense, and in addition to any and all other offenses provided for in this code, any person who, while engaged in the commission of a felony, uses or presents a firearm shall be guilty of a felony and, upon conviction, shall be imprisoned in a state correctional facility for not more than ten years.
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