The bill amends and reenacts sections 51-3-14 and 51-3-15 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, while repealing section 51-3-17. It transfers the Court Security Fund from the Department of Military Affairs and Public Safety to the Supreme Court of Appeals, allowing for legislative appropriations to cover court expenses related to administering the fund. The bill also modifies the membership structure of the Court Security Board, which is responsible for overseeing the expenditure of the fund to enhance court security.

Additionally, the bill eliminates the requirement for the Court Security Board to promulgate legislative rules, streamlining its operations. The Court Security Fund will continue to receive fees, costs, and other designated contributions, with expenditures limited to specific security improvement measures and administrative expenses. The board will also maintain a list of certified law enforcement officers available for bailiff duties in court facilities, ensuring that counties have access to qualified personnel for court security.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 51-3-14, 51-3-15, 51-3-17
Enrolled Version: 51-3-14, 51-3-15, 51-3-17