HB4543

Prohibit certain individuals from living within 5,000 feet of a school or daycare

Introduced·1/19/26
Intr Text

Prohibits individuals convicted of stalking or harassing a minor from living within 5,000 feet of a school or daycare.

West Virginia HB4543 aims to enhance safety by prohibiting individuals convicted of stalking or harassing a minor from residing within 5,000 feet of a school, daycare, or similar setting. This restriction applies to those convicted of stalking, harassment, or terrorist threats or acts when the victim is a minor. The bill outlines penalties for violations, including fines and imprisonment, and mandates conditions for probation or suspension of sentence, such as participation in counseling or medical treatment.

Included in complete analysis

  • Overview
  • Core Provisions
  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

See what it does, who it affects, and the critical issues in plain language. Free, 30 seconds.

Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 19

House

Filed for introduction

Jan 19

House

To Judiciary

Jan 19

House

Introduced in House