The proposed bill aims to establish the Violent Crime Prevention Act in West Virginia by adding a new section, 61-7-18, to the Code of West Virginia. This legislation mandates that law enforcement agencies in the state submit ballistic data to the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network for firearms allegedly used in connection with specific offenses, including felony crimes of violence against a person, domestic violence, and the distribution of controlled substances.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that this ballistic data must be submitted within one month of charges being brought against an individual for any of the aforementioned offenses. This initiative is designed to enhance the tracking and prevention of violent crimes involving firearms, thereby improving public safety and law enforcement's ability to address such incidents effectively.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 61-7-18