HB 4092
require all law enforcement officers in WV be U.S. citizens
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill requires all new law enforcement officers in West Virginia to be U.S. citizens as a condition of their certification. Existing law enforcement officers currently employed are exempt from this requirement, but must apply to attend an approved training academy within 90 days of employment and complete the program within 18 months. The bill outlines a process for re-certification for officers who do not meet the initial requirements due to hardship or other circumstances, with potential extensions and additional training required after a certain period.
Key provisions
- New law enforcement officers must provide proof of U.S. citizenship for certification.
- Existing law enforcement officers are exempt from the citizenship requirement.
- Officers must apply to attend an approved training academy within 90 days of employment.
- Officers have 18 months to complete the approved training program.
- Exceptions and extensions may be granted for hardship or extenuating circumstances.
- Officers failing to meet certification requirements may be terminated.
- Recertification process for officers who do not meet initial requirements after more than 60 months.
- Subcommittee can decertify or reactivate officers.
Who is affected
- Law enforcement officers in West Virginia
- West Virginia law enforcement agencies
- State institutions of higher education
- Hospitals
- The Public Service Commission of West Virginia
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