SB 433
Relating generally to reimbursement for costs of incarceration
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Bill overview
Senate Bill 433 aims to allow incarcerated individuals in regional jails in West Virginia to be reimbursed for a portion of their pre- and post-conviction incarceration costs. The bill establishes a process where defendants can petition the court to determine their ability to pay and potentially receive a remission of costs if it causes significant hardship. Additionally, any money seized as evidence will be used to cover regional jail expenses.
Key provisions
- Defendants may be assessed costs for up to 30 days of incarceration.
- A hearing will be held to determine a defendant's ability to pay before requiring payment.
- Defendants can petition the court for remission of costs if payment would cause hardship.
- The court can excuse or modify payment of costs based on financial circumstances.
- Monies seized as evidence will be forfeited to cover regional jail bills.
Who is affected
- Defendants convicted of criminal offenses
- Regional jails in West Virginia
- Individuals facing incarceration costs
Notable changes
- Requires a hearing to assess a defendant's ability to pay.
- Allows defendants to petition for cost remission if it causes hardship.
- Directs seized evidence funds to regional jail expenses.
Fiscal impact
The bill directs that any monies seized as evidence be forfeited to meet the regional jail bill.
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