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WV SB4

Bill

Official Source

Status

Enrolled

3/14/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mike Oliverio

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a 25-foot buffer zone around first responders (law enforcement officers, probation officers, firefighters, and emergency responders) while they perform their duties
  • Requires a verbal warning before the restriction applies; violation occurs only after knowingly disregarding the warning
  • Prohibits approaching or remaining within 25 feet with intent to impede duties, threaten physical harm, or harass the first responder
  • Classifies violations as a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of $50 to $500, up to one year in jail, or both
  • Adds new section §61-5-30 to West Virginia's crimes against public justice statutes

Legislative Description

Relating to crimes against public justice

Public Safety

Last Action

Completed legislative action

3/14/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/30/2026
Judiciary1/14/2026

Full Bill Text

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