SB157

Reorganizing several provisions of bail statutes

Introduced·1/14/26
Intr Text

Reorganizes bail statutes, emphasizing factors for bail determinations and conditions for pretrial release.

This bill reorganizes several provisions of the bail statutes in West Virginia, focusing on the application of specific factors for bail determinations and the conditions for pretrial release. It outlines the forms of bail, including cash, recognizance, and bail bonds, and sets maximum cash bail amounts. The bill also details conditions for pretrial release, such as refraining from alcohol and drugs, avoiding contact with victims and witnesses, and maintaining employment.

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Judiciary Committee
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Sponsors

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History

Jan 14

Senate

Filed for introduction

Jan 14

Senate

To Judiciary

Jan 14

Senate

Introduced in Senate