HB4411

To clarify what constitutes trespassing at an institution of higher education

Introduced·1/16/26
Intr Text

Clarifies trespassing definitions at West Virginia institutions of higher education.

This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to clarify what constitutes trespassing at institutions of higher education. It defines "residence hall" and "student facility" and specifies who is authorized to be present. It allows authorized persons to be asked to leave if they interfere with operations. Unauthorized persons can also be asked to leave. Remaining after being asked to leave is a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine. The bill also allows courts to prohibit repeat offenders from being on institution property.

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Where it stands

Current
Higher Education Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
2
RR
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jan 29

2:00 PM

House Higher Education Subcommittee Meeting

Jan 29

2:00 PM

Subcommittee on Higher Education Meeting

History

Jan 28

House

To House Higher Education

Jan 16

House

Filed for introduction

Jan 16

House

To Education then Judiciary