Under 18.2-308 Concealed Carry, what is the classification of the first offense?

Under 18.2-308 Concealed Carry, what is the classification of the first offense?

• A. Class 6 felony
• B. Class 5 felony
• C. Class 1 misdemeanor
• D. Class 3 misdemeanor

Answer: (C)

Carrying a concealed weapon under 18.2-308 is treated as a Class 1 misdemeanor for a first offense. This places the act in the lowest tier of criminal penalties that still allows jail time and a fine, with typical penalties up to 12 months in jail and up to $2,500. The statute uses this level for an initial violation, while higher charges would require aggravating factors or prior offenses. So the first-offense classification is Class 1 misdemeanor, not a felony or a lesser misdemeanor.

Carrying a concealed weapon under 18.2-308 is treated as a Class 1 misdemeanor for a first offense. This places the act in the lowest tier of criminal penalties that still allows jail time and a fine, with typical penalties up to 12 months in jail and up to $2,500. The statute uses this level for an initial violation, while higher charges would require aggravating factors or prior offenses. So the first-offense classification is Class 1 misdemeanor, not a felony or a lesser misdemeanor.