Bill would strengthen penalties for crimes against children

Wednesday, February 28 by Zac Oakes

A bill that would strengthen penalties for those convicted of certain crimes against children is making its way through the Kentucky Legislature. Keith West has more on House Bill 278. Stay tuned to WJRS News […]

House bill aims to toughen penalties for selling vape, tobacco products to minors

Wednesday, January 10 by Zac Oakes

A bill being proposed in the Kentucky House of Representatives is aiming to toughen penalties for stores that sell vape or tobacco products to minors. House Bill 142 was introduced last week and would strengthen […]

Deadline to avoid property tax penalties coming soon

Friday, December 30 by Zac Oakes

Those who haven’t paid their 2022 property tax bills have a limited amount of time to do so before incurring penalties. The courthouse will be closed today and Monday, including the sheriff’s office, but anyone […]

State could look at harsher penalties for vaping in schools

Thursday, October 20 by Zac Oakes

State legislators in Frankfort could potentially take up the issue of vaping in schools. The issue arose during a Interim Joint Committee on Education meeting this week and it’s possible legislators could create a law […]

Bill increasing criminal penalties for crimes during natural, man-made disasters advances

Wednesday, March 30 by Derek Aaron

Thieves looking to steal property in an area impacted by a natural or man-made disaster will face harsher penalties under Senate Bill 179. The Kentucky House of Representatives approved the measure Tuesday. During a declaration […]

Harsher Penalties May Come for Those Who Practice Law Without License

Thursday, January 13 by Derek Aaron

Those in Kentucky who practice law without a license could face harsher penalties under a new House bill. Rep. Daniel Elliott, R-Danville, presented House Bill 256 to the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday. The measure […]

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Bill would strengthen penalties for crimes against children

House bill aims to toughen penalties for selling vape, tobacco products to minors

Deadline to avoid property tax penalties coming soon

State could look at harsher penalties for vaping in schools

Bill increasing criminal penalties for crimes during natural, man-made disasters advances

Harsher Penalties May Come for Those Who Practice Law Without License

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