Change the term of the office of sheriff from 4 years to 6 years

HB 4647 would change West Virginia law to extend the term of county sheriffs from four years to six years. This bill directly affects sheriffs across all West Virginia counties, who would now be elected every six years instead of every four years. The key provision amends Section 3-1-17 of the state code to adjust the election cycle for sheriffs from "every fourth year" to "every sixth year" following the 2028 election. This change would alter the frequency of sheriff elections without modifying election procedures or qualifications.