House Bill 2021 aims to amend the existing law regarding the court security board in West Virginia, specifically focusing on the qualifications and appointment of bailiffs. The bill introduces a new provision that grants the Sheriff of the county where a bailiff will serve the authority to make final determinations regarding the qualifications and appropriateness of law enforcement officers for the bailiff position. This includes assessing whether an officer meets the necessary requirements and is the right choice for the role.

Additionally, the bill maintains the structure of the court security board, which consists of seven members, including various judicial and law enforcement representatives. The board is responsible for managing the court security fund and compiling a list of certified law enforcement officers eligible to serve as bailiffs. The list will be made available to county sheriffs to assist in the recruitment and hiring of temporary or part-time bailiffs. Overall, the bill seeks to streamline the process of appointing bailiffs by centralizing the approval authority with the county sheriff.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 51-3-15