WV SB740

Creates expedited process for property owners to request immediate removal of unauthorized occupants from residential or commercial properties by law enforcement, bypassing traditional eviction proceedings when specific conditions are met

Requires property owners to submit verified complaint to sheriff or police chief, who must conduct preliminary fact-finding before serving notice to vacate; owners must indemnify law enforcement for damages from false complaints

Establishes misdemeanor offense (up to 1 year jail, $2,500 fine) for unlawful occupants who intentionally cause less than $1,000 in property damage; felony offense (1-10 years prison) for damage exceeding $1,000

Makes knowingly presenting false documents purporting to convey real property rights a misdemeanor punishable by up to 1 year jail and/or $2,500 fine

Creates felony offense (1-10 years prison or up to 1 year jail plus $2,500 fine) for listing or advertising property for sale or rent without legal title or authority