This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to require the state to reimburse counties for costs incurred when an inmate's conviction results in a sentence that includes credit for time served. Specifically, it introduces new legal language stating that the state shall reimburse a county for all costs associated with such cases. This change aims to alleviate the financial burden on counties that arise from housing inmates who receive credit for time served, ensuring that they are compensated for these expenses.

In addition to the reimbursement provision, the bill maintains existing regulations regarding the management and allocation of funds for jail operations under the jurisdiction of the commissioner. It outlines the sources of these funds, their intended uses, and the responsibilities of counties in terms of costs incurred for housing inmates. The bill emphasizes the importance of proper accounting and expenditure of funds while ensuring that counties are not financially penalized for the costs associated with inmates who are credited for time served.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15A-3-16