Increases penalties for DUI causing death in West Virginia, known as Baylea's Law.

Baylea's Law increases the criminal penalties for driving under the influence (DUI) causing death in West Virginia. A person found guilty of DUI causing death faces a felony charge, imprisonment for 30 years, and a fine up to $6,000. Repeat offenders face harsher penalties, including life imprisonment and permanent license revocation. The law also mandates participation in the test and lock program for license reinstatement. The changes made to this section during the 2026 regular legislative session may be known as Baylea's Law.

Increases penalties for DUI causing death in West Virginia, known as Baylea's Law.

Baylea's Law increases the criminal penalties for driving under the influence (DUI) causing death in West Virginia. A person found guilty of DUI causing death faces a felony charge, imprisonment for 30 years, and a fine up to $6,000. Repeat offenders face harsher penalties, including life imprisonment and permanent license revocation. The law also mandates participation in the test and lock program for license reinstatement. The changes made to this section during the 2026 regular legislative session may be known as Baylea's Law.