The bill aims to amend the Code of West Virginia by extending the period during which former deputy sheriffs can apply for reinstatement from two years to five years after their resignation. This change is intended to provide former deputies with a longer timeframe to return to their positions, thereby potentially increasing the pool of qualified candidates for reinstatement.

Specifically, the bill modifies subsection (d) of section 7-14-8, which outlines the eligibility criteria for reinstatement. The current language that specifies a two-year limit for applying has been deleted and replaced with a new five-year limit. Other requirements for reinstatement, such as the absence of pending misconduct charges, residency in the same county, and completion of medical and psychological examinations, remain unchanged.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 7-14-8