West Virginia HB4999 strengthens penalties for assault or battery on athletic officials or participants during sports events.
West Virginia HB4999 amends the criminal code to enhance penalties for assault or battery on athletic officials or participants during sports events. The bill specifies that offenses against officials or participants, including players, coaches, and referees, carry misdemeanor charges with fines and potential jail time. Additionally, county boards of education or governing boards for state institutions of higher education can ban convicted individuals from attending state school sports events.
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