Increases penalty for voluntary manslaughter in West Virginia.

West Virginia SB140 amends the state code to increase the penalty for voluntary manslaughter. The bill sets a definite term of imprisonment between five and fifteen years, with a minimum of three years served before parole eligibility. This change aims to enhance the consequences for committing voluntary manslaughter.

Increases penalty for voluntary manslaughter in West Virginia.

West Virginia SB140 amends the state code to increase the penalty for voluntary manslaughter. The bill sets a definite term of imprisonment between five and fifteen years, with a minimum of three years served before parole eligibility. This change aims to enhance the consequences for committing voluntary manslaughter.