HB4712

Increasing the criminal penalties for DUI causing death to be known as “Baylea’s Law.”

Complete·3/14/26

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.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

92 Yea

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0 Nay

7 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 11

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Committee Meeting

Feb 16

9:00 AM

Standing Committee on the Judiciary Meeting

History

Apr 1

House

Approved by Governor 4/1/2026

Mar 25

House

To Governor 3/25/2026

Mar 14

House

House received Senate message