Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 50, December 13, 2024
Section 81-16-1 - General1.1. Scope. -- This procedural rule explains the responsibilities and the administration of the West Virginia Child Abuse and Neglect Registry, and the responsibility of offenders of child abuse and neglect required to register, incarceration facilities, probation or parole officers, sentencing courts, Circuit Court, Prosecuting Attorney, State Police, all law enforcement agencies, and the Department of Health and Human Resources. The Child Abuse and Neglect Registration Act is regulatory in nature and is not penal. The provisions of this Act apply retroactively and prospectively.1.2. Authority. -- This rule is issued under authority of W. Va. Code §§ 15-13-1 et. seq. and 15-2-25.1.3. Filing Date -- August 19, 2010.1.4. Effective Date -- September 20, 2010.