Bill

SB 1026

Increasing criminal penalties and fines for disturbing religious worship

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kevan Bartlett and 1 co-sponsor

West Virginia law now imposes higher criminal penalties and fines for acts that disturb or disrupt religious worship, including services and gatherings.

Chapter 101, Acts, Regular Session, 2026

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sb1026 hfat akers 3-13 adopted.htm www.wvlegislature.gov

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sb1026 h jud am _1 adopted.htm www.wvlegislature.gov

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