Clarifying conditions for pretrial release and maximum bail amount for certain defendants

This bill clarifies West Virginia's pretrial release rules for misdemeanor defendants. It requires judges to release most misdemeanor defendants on their own recognizance (without bail) at first appearance, unless charged with specific offenses like violent misdemeanors, crimes against minors, or property crimes over $250. The bill prohibits cash-only or property-only bail and mandates judges to consider safety and appearance risks when setting conditions, while banning felony defendants from being released on their own recognizance at initial appearance. These changes directly affect misdemeanor defendants and judicial officers setting bail in West Virginia courts.