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WV HB2909
Bill
Status
2/24/2025
Primary Sponsor
Kayla Young
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AI Summary
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Requires law enforcement agencies to obtain a warrant before accessing records or information from electronic communication services or remote computing services (such as internet and phone providers) related to subscribers or customers for criminal investigations
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Defines "subscriber records" to include name, address, phone records, session times, service length, account numbers, and payment information including credit card and bank account details
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Provides exceptions allowing warrantless access when the subscriber gives informed consent, a judicially recognized exception applies, information is publicly accessible, or the provider voluntarily discloses due to emergencies
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Permits providers to voluntarily disclose records without a warrant when they believe there is imminent risk of death, serious injury, sexual abuse, kidnapping, or human trafficking, or when they inadvertently discover evidence of felonies or violent misdemeanors
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Grants legal immunity to electronic service providers and their employees who provide information in good faith reliance on a warrant or under the specified emergency exceptions
Legislative Description
Relating to law enforcement warrant for third party information
Consumer Protection
Last Action
To House Judiciary
2/24/2025