WV HB2613

Increases minimum sentence for manufacturing, delivering, or possessing Schedule I/II narcotics or methamphetamine with intent to distribute from 1 year to 3 years, with maximum fines rising from $25,000 to $50,000

Elevates possession of Schedule I/II narcotics or methamphetamine from a misdemeanor to a felony punishable by 1-5 years imprisonment, though charges may revert to misdemeanor upon successful completion of a court-approved drug treatment program

Establishes mandatory minimum 10-year sentence for drug delivery resulting in death (up from 3 years), with maximum increased to 40 years; sentences are not eligible for suspension or probation

Creates tiered penalties based on drug quantity thresholds for trafficking, including 10-30 years for transporting 1+ kilogram of heroin/cocaine, 50+ grams of methamphetamine, or 5+ grams of fentanyl into the state

Requires that when calculating drug weight for sentencing purposes, the entire weight of any mixture containing a detectable amount of a controlled substance counts as that substance; if multiple controlled substances are mixed, the weight applies to whichever drug carries the greater penalty