Modifying prohibitions on illegal immigrants entering or residing in WV

SB 131 creates new state criminal offenses for undocumented immigrants entering or reentering West Virginia without authorization. It defines "illegal entry" as entering outside designated ports (like Charleston) and makes this a misdemeanor ($50-$500 fine or up to 90 days jail), or a felony with harsher penalties for repeat offenses or prior convictions involving drugs/crimes. The bill also establishes a "return order" process (§61-17-4) allowing judges to dismiss charges if immigrants agree to leave the state, after verifying identity and security checks. It prohibits courts from halting prosecutions due to pending federal immigration status decisions (§61-17-5). The bill directly affects undocumented immigrants entering West Virginia, shifting enforcement to state criminal penalties for violations previously handled federally.