West Virginia SB500 prohibits sex offenders from living within 1,000 feet of schools, parks, or playgrounds.

West Virginia SB500 amends the Sex Offender Registration Act to prohibit sex offenders from residing within 1,000 feet of schools, parks, or playgrounds. Offenders found in violation of this provision face felony charges and imprisonment for two to ten years. The bill also mandates annual registration and fees of $125 for sex offenders, with funds directed towards mental health services for law enforcement. The act requires detailed personal information from offenders, including fingerprints, photographs, and social security numbers, to be maintained in a central registry.

West Virginia SB500 prohibits sex offenders from living within 1,000 feet of schools, parks, or playgrounds.

West Virginia SB500 amends the Sex Offender Registration Act to prohibit sex offenders from residing within 1,000 feet of schools, parks, or playgrounds. Offenders found in violation of this provision face felony charges and imprisonment for two to ten years. The bill also mandates annual registration and fees of $125 for sex offenders, with funds directed towards mental health services for law enforcement. The act requires detailed personal information from offenders, including fingerprints, photographs, and social security numbers, to be maintained in a central registry.