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WV HB5540

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/16/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kayla Young

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Codifies Miranda-style due process rights in West Virginia law under a new section §61-11-28 of the state code
  • Requires that any person arrested for a civil or criminal violation be advised of their right to remain silent
  • Mandates that arrested individuals be informed of their right to have an attorney present during questioning
  • Requires warning that anything the individual says may be used against them in court
  • Introduced February 16, 2026 by Delegate Young and referred to the House Judiciary Committee

Legislative Description

Relating to due process and rights

Courts

Last Action

To House Judiciary

2/16/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/16/2026

Full Bill Text

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