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Senate raises penalties for assault on athletic officials, citing rise in threats at youth events
2826466 · March 31, 2025
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Summary
Lawmakers approved changes increasing fines and potential jail time for assault or battery on athletic officials at organized events and expanding coverage to travel to and from events.
CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The West Virginia Senate on March 29 approved a bill that increases penalties for assault and battery on athletic officials at organized sporting events and extends coverage to travel to and from those events.
The bill defines "athletic official" to include umpires, referees, coaches and other staff who enforce event rules and raises the…
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