WV HB2549

Extends the term of office for county sheriffs in West Virginia from four years to six years

First six-year term election for sheriffs would occur at the general election in 2028, with subsequent elections every sixth year thereafter

Amends §3-1-17 of the West Virginia Code, which governs election timing for circuit judges, county officers, and magistrates

Other county offices remain unchanged: prosecuting attorney, surveyor, and assessors continue with four-year terms; county commission and circuit court clerks retain six-year terms