HB 5073
To allow for the transfer of seniority for deputy sheriffs with conditions
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- Passed House of Delegates
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- To Governor
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Bill overview
This bill amends West Virginia law to allow for the transfer of seniority for deputy sheriffs when they are appointed to fill vacant positions. However, a deputy sheriff’s seniority will not transfer if they have engaged in wrongdoing at the county from which they are transferring. The bill aims to clarify the process for filling deputy sheriff vacancies while incorporating a condition regarding past misconduct.
Key provisions
- Allows transfer of seniority for deputy sheriffs filling vacant positions.
- Seniority does not transfer if the deputy sheriff has committed wrongdoing at their previous county.
- Promotions are based on merit and competitive examinations.
- Deputy sheriffs must complete at least two years in a lower grade before promotion.
- Chief deputies and jailers retain their positions and rank unless removed for just cause.
Who is affected
- Deputy Sheriffs
- County Sheriffs Offices
- West Virginia State Government
- Civil Service Commission
- County Executives
Notable changes
- Introduces a condition regarding past wrongdoing that can prevent the transfer of seniority.
- Clarifies the process for filling vacancies in deputy sheriff positions.
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