This bill amends West Virginia Code §59-1-11 to mandate that specific costs associated with misdemeanor and felony convictions be deposited into the West Virginia State Police Forensic Laboratory Fund. The proposed changes include the addition of a $20 cost for both misdemeanor and felony convictions, which will be directed to the Forensic Laboratory Fund. Furthermore, an additional $50 will be required to be deposited into the same fund upon conviction of any misdemeanor or felony where resources from the West Virginia State Police Forensic Laboratory were utilized.

The bill also retains existing fees charged by the clerk of circuit court for various services, including those related to civil actions and criminal cases. Notably, it specifies that $10 from the existing fees for misdemeanor and felony convictions will continue to be allocated to the Courthouse Facilities Improvement Fund. Overall, the bill aims to enhance funding for forensic services in West Virginia by ensuring that a portion of the costs from criminal convictions directly supports the State Police Forensic Laboratory.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 59-1-11