The bill amends sections 15-2C-2 and 15-12-2 of the Code of West Virginia to introduce an annual fee of $125 for individuals required to be placed on the Central Abuse Registry and those under the Sex Offender Registration Act. The fees collected will be allocated to the State Police 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 legislation establishes that failure to pay the annual fee will result in a judgment, allowing the State Police to issue a notice of nonpayment that can be recorded as a lien in the county clerk's office. This lien will be lifted upon full payment of the fee. The bill aims to ensure adequate funding for mental health initiatives within the State Police while also implementing clear penalties for nonpayment. It is set to take effect 90 days after passage and is currently awaiting the Governor's approval.

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