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WV HB5376
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/9/2026
Primary Sponsor
Elliott Pritt
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AI Summary
- Requires toxicology tests to be performed on all drivers involved in any vehicle crash that results in a death, with testing to occur as soon as possible after the crash
- Amends West Virginia Code §17C-4-1, which governs crash reporting requirements and is known as "Erin's Law"
- Introduced February 9, 2026, and referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
- Bill carries a fiscal note, indicating potential cost implications for the state
- Existing law already establishes penalties for hit-and-run crashes: misdemeanor with up to $1,000 fine and 1 year jail for bodily injury; felony with up to $5,000 fine and 1-5 years imprisonment for fatal crashes
Legislative Description
Requiring auto accident toxicology test be performed
Motor Vehicles
Last Action
To House Judiciary
2/9/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/9/2026
Full Bill Text
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