HB4561

Clarifying the sheriff’s authority to hire within their office.

Complete·3/14/26

Clarifies a sheriff's authority to hire within their own office in West Virginia.

This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to clarify a sheriff's authority to hire within their own office. It specifies that vacancies in deputy sheriff positions should be filled by promoting from within the sheriff's office. The sheriff can appoint more than one chief deputy with the county commission's consent. It also outlines the rights and eligibility for promotions, emphasizing merit and fitness.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

34 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 5

9:30 AM

Senate Government Organization Committee Meeting

Feb 9

1:00 PM

House Committee on Government Organization Meeting

History

Mar 19

House

Approved by Governor 3/19/2026

Mar 14

Senate

Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - Senate Journal

Mar 14

House

Approved by Governor 3/19/2026 - House Journal