Increasing compensation for Sheriffs in every class.

HB 3312 would amend West Virginia law to increase sheriff salaries so they are 10% higher than the salaries of county clerks and circuit clerks in each county class. This bill directly affects county sheriffs across all 31 West Virginia counties, adjusting their pay relative to other elected county officials. Key mechanisms require county auditors to certify improved fiscal health before the increase takes effect, and sheriffs must submit a written request to receive the higher salary. The change applies to salaries paid on or after the effective date, with current salary structures showing sheriffs currently earn less than clerks in all county classes.