HB5368

Establish a registry for domestic violence offenders

Introduced·2/9/26
Intr Text

Establishes a Domestic Violence Registry for offenders with at least two qualifying convictions in West Virginia.

The bill creates a Domestic Violence Registry for individuals convicted of at least two domestic violence offenses in West Virginia. It mandates these offenders to register with the State Police in the county where they reside, providing detailed personal and criminal information. The registry includes non-identifying victim information such as sex, age, and relationship to the offender. Information is accessible to law enforcement, governmental agencies, and the public, except for victim identities and certain personal details.

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Sponsors

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History

Feb 9

House

Filed for introduction

Feb 9

House

To Judiciary

Feb 9

House

Introduced in House