This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to introduce an annual fee of $125 for individuals required to be placed on the Central Abuse Registry and the Sex Offender Registration Act. The fees collected will be allocated to the State Police, primarily to enhance mental health services for current and former employees. The bill outlines payment procedures, mandating registrants to provide proof of payment to both the State Police and the circuit clerk, who will maintain records of these transactions.

Furthermore, the bill establishes that failure to pay the annual fee will result in a judgment effect, allowing the State Police to issue a notice of nonpayment that can be recorded as a lien against the registrant's property, which will be released upon full payment. The legislation aims to ensure that the State Police have adequate resources for mental health initiatives while enforcing compliance with registration requirements. The bill is set to take effect 90 days after passage and requires endorsements from the Speaker of the House of Delegates, the President of the Senate, and the Governor's approval for implementation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-2C-2, 15-12-2
Committee Substitute: 15-2C-2, 15-12-2
Engrossed Committee Substitute: 15-2C-2, 15-12-2
Enrolled Committee Substitute: 15-2C-2, 15-12-2