HB4677

To require a warrant for DNR officials or officers to enter onto any private property

Introduced·1/21/26
Intr Text

Requires natural resources officers to obtain landowner consent or a warrant before entering private property.

This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to require natural resources police officers to obtain the consent of the landowner or a warrant before entering private property. Exceptions are provided for emergency situations, accidents, or imminent threats to public safety. The bill also outlines the powers and duties of natural resources police officers, including the ability to arrest without a warrant for certain offenses and to search and examine various items for evidence of violations.

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Judiciary Committee
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Sponsors

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History

Jan 21

House

Filed for introduction

Jan 21

House

To Judiciary

Jan 21

House

Introduced in House