West Virginia Code of State Rules Agency 99 - Protective Services
Here’s a comprehensive overview of West Virginia Code of State Rules – Agency 99: Protective Services, which governs the WV Division of Protective Services:
🛡️ Agency 99 – Division of Protective Services
Agency Scope
Agency 99 comprises legislative rules that set qualifications, duties, contracting standards, and purchasing policies for the Division of Protective Services—established under WV Code §15‑2D‑3. (apps.sos.wv.gov)
📘 Series within Title 99
99‑01 – Qualification, Training & Certification Requirements
Specifies the baseline qualifications, mandatory training curricula, and certification criteria required for division members.
99‑02 – Ranks and Duties of Officers
Defines the rank structure and respective responsibilities within the Division.
Source authority: WV Code §15‑2D‑3(c)(1)(B). (apps.sos.wv.gov, law.cornell.edu)
99‑05 – Contracted Police or Security Services (Effective July 20, 2013)
Establishes rules for engaging external police or security providers for state facilities and events. (apps.sos.wv.gov)
99‑06 – Purchasing Policy (Effective Jan 11, 2021)
Mandates internal policies for procurement of goods and services.
Requires compliance with statewide rules (Title 148 Series 1) and State Auditor purchasing card guidelines.
Defines retention and confidentiality standards for internal purchasing manuals. (regulations.justia.com, apps.sos.wv.gov)
⚖️ Statutory Authority
Rules enacted under WV Code §15‑2D‑3, establishing the structure, roles, and disciplinary oversight of the Division. (apps.sos.wv.gov)
✅ Summary Table
| Series | Title | Key Contents |
|---|---|---|
| 99‑01 | Qualification, Training & Certification | Entry criteria, education, certification |
| 99‑02 | Ranks and Duties of Officers | Hierarchy, roles, delegation |
| 99‑05 | Contracted Police or Security Services | Outsourced security policies |
| 99‑06 | Purchasing Policy | Procurement procedures & compliance |
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