SB 179
Creating crime of attempting to smuggle contraband into federal correctional institutions within state
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Bill overview
This bill creates a crime in West Virginia for attempting to smuggle contraband into federal correctional institutions. It expands the existing law to include delivering items like money, communication devices, and weapons to inmates within these facilities without authorization. Violations can result in fines and imprisonment, with penalties varying depending on the nature of the contraband and the severity of the offense. The bill also addresses the purchase or acceptance of items manufactured within correctional facilities.
Key provisions
- Criminalizes attempting to deliver contraband (including weapons, communication devices, and controlled substances) to inmates in federal correctional institutions.
- Expands the definition of ‘delivers’ to include placing items where they may be obtained by an inmate.
- Establishes penalties for purchasing or accepting items manufactured within correctional facilities.
- Prohibits persuading or enticing inmates to escape or engage in insubordination.
- Defines key terms such as ‘dangerous material,’ ‘implement of escape,’ and ‘telecommunication device’ for clarity.
- Addresses the possession of items like poison and implements of escape by inmates.
- Specifies penalties for possessing alcoholic beverages or money without authorization.
- Clarifies that an inmate’s temporary absence does not alter their status as an inmate.
Who is affected
- Federal Correctional Institutions
- Inmates of Federal Correctional Institutions
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