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WV HB2679
Bill
Status
Engrossed
3/24/2025
Primary Sponsor
Elliott Pritt
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AI Summary
- Extends the time period for former deputy sheriffs to seek reinstatement from two years to five years after resignation
- Clarifies that reinstatement of former deputy sheriffs is at the discretion of the sheriff rather than automatic
- Requires applicants seeking reinstatement to have served more than six months, have no pending misconduct charges, reside in the same county as original appointment, and pass medical and psychological examinations
- Allows the civil service commission to reinstate eligible former deputies without requiring a competitive examination
- Reinstated deputy sheriffs are placed at the lowest rank above probationers in the sheriff's office
Legislative Description
To allow for the reinstatement of retired Deputy Sheriffs to their former departments.
Last Action
To Government Organization
3/25/2025
Committee Referrals
Government Organization3/25/2025
Judiciary3/12/2025
Homeland Security3/11/2025
Judiciary2/20/2025
Full Bill Text
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