This bill proposes amendments to the West Virginia Code regarding court security, specifically transferring the administration of the Court Security Fund from the Department of Military Affairs and Public Safety to the Supreme Court of Appeals. It authorizes the Legislature to appropriate funds for court expenses related to the administration of this fund. Additionally, the bill modifies the membership of the Court Security Board, reducing its size from seven to six members and changing the composition of its members. It also repeals the requirement for legislative rule-making by the Court Security Board.

Key changes include the elimination of the State Police representative from the board and the introduction of a representative of sheriffs appointed by the West Virginia Sheriffs Association. The bill also repeals section 51-3-17, which pertains to the promulgation of legislative rules. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the management of court security funds and enhance the effectiveness of the Court Security Board in overseeing court security measures.

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