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WV HB4519
Bill
Status
1/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Eric Brooks
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AI Summary
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Requires full cash bail for individuals arrested for a violent or gun-related crime while already out on bail for another violent or gun-related offense, with bail bondsmen permitted to provide the bond
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Mandates that a second arrest for a violent or gun-related crime while on bail requires full cash bail paid only by the defendant personally, with no bondsman option
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Imposes mandatory consecutive sentencing for defendants found guilty of violent or gun-related crimes committed while out on bail for similar offenses
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Amends West Virginia Code §62-1C-1 governing bail rights and procedures
Legislative Description
Require full cash bail for offenders who are rearrested for certain crimes while out on bond and enhanced criminal penalties
Crime
Last Action
To House Judiciary
1/19/2026