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SC H5181

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Wendell Jones

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Origin

House of Representatives

126th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Extends the time period for prosecuting homicide charges when injuries result in delayed death from 3 years to 10 years between the injury and victim's death

  • Allows homicide charges when bodily injury is inflicted through violence, recklessness, or criminal negligence and the victim dies within the 10-year window

  • Preserves defendants' rights to argue defenses related to causation, intervening factors, or other relevant issues at trial

  • Officially titled "Egypt's Law"

  • Takes effect upon Governor's approval

Legislative Description

Homicide

Last Action

Referred to Committee on Judiciary

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/12/2026

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