Increasing the criminal penalties for DUI causing death to be known as “Baylea’s Law.”

Summary

The bill amends West Virginia’s DUI statutes to impose harsh, mandatory penalties when an impaired driver causes a death, serious injury, or any injury. It adds a new felony tier for deaths, escalates penalties for repeat offenders, and ties license revocation to participation in a test‑and‑lock program. The changes aim to deter drunk driving and increase accountability for repeat violators.

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