The bill amends the Code of West Virginia to require that any person convicted of crimes under the provisions of 61-8B-1 et seq., which includes sexual offenses, must register under the Sex Offender Registration Act. Specifically, it clarifies that individuals convicted of the former 61-8B-6, which dealt with sexual assault of a spouse and was repealed in 2000, are still required to register. The bill also updates the registration requirements to include current provisions related to sexual extortion and aggravated sexual extortion.

In addition to the registration requirements, the bill outlines the process for individuals to register, including the information they must provide, such as personal identification, residential address, employment details, and any internet accounts. It mandates that individuals convicted of qualifying offenses must register upon release or within three business days of any change in their status. The bill also emphasizes the importance of informing individuals of their registration duties and maintaining a central registry by the State Police, which will be accessible online, with certain restrictions on the release of personal contact information.

Statutes affected:
Originating in Committee: 15-12-2, 61-8B-1, 61-8B-6
Engrossed Version: 15-12-2, 61-8B-1, 61-8B-6