West Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 4893: Increase the penalties for contempt of court in a magistrate court

Vetoed Last action April 2, 2026: Vetoed by Governor 4/1/2026

Plain-language summary

HB 4893 is a bill introduced in the West Virginia House on January 28, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Increase the penalties for contempt of court in a magistrate court. Primary sponsor: Jeff Stephens (Republican). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (April 2, 2026): Vetoed by Governor 4/1/2026.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Jeff Stephens (Republican). 1 co-sponsor.