SB705

Creating offense of theft by conversion

Vetoed·4/1/26

Establishes the offense of theft by conversion in West Virginia, setting penalties and restitution requirements.

West Virginia SB705 creates the offense of theft by conversion, defining it as knowingly converting funds or property to one's own use in violation of an agreement or legal obligation. The bill sets criminal penalties, with felony charges for property valued at $2,500 or more and misdemeanor charges for property valued less than $2,500. The court may order restitution to victims and allows for prosecution in various counties.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

34 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 11

9:00 AM

Standing Committee on the Judiciary Meeting

Mar 10

12:00 PM

Standing Committee on the Judiciary Meeting

History

Apr 1

Senate

Vetoed by Governor 4/1/2026

Mar 19

Senate

To Governor 3/19/2026

Mar 14

Senate

House Message received