Allows sheriffs to appoint more than one chief deputy with county commission consent.

West Virginia Senate Bill 185 amends the state code to allow sheriffs to appoint more than one chief deputy, subject to the consent of the county commission. This change provides flexibility in staffing for sheriffs, enabling them to manage their offices more effectively by appointing multiple deputies. The bill ensures that any appointed deputy takes the same oath of office and can perform the duties of the sheriff or deputy, with any misconduct constituting a breach of the official bond.

Allows sheriffs to appoint more than one chief deputy with county commission consent.

West Virginia Senate Bill 185 amends the state code to allow sheriffs to appoint more than one chief deputy, subject to the consent of the county commission. This change provides flexibility in staffing for sheriffs, enabling them to manage their offices more effectively by appointing multiple deputies. The bill ensures that any appointed deputy takes the same oath of office and can perform the duties of the sheriff or deputy, with any misconduct constituting a breach of the official bond.