WV SB601

Creates a medical parole program allowing inmates with terminal illnesses, medical incapacity, or geriatric conditions (age 55+ with chronic illness requiring daily assistance) to petition for early release from West Virginia state correctional institutions

Permits petitions to be filed by the inmate, legal counsel, guardian, family member, or correctional/medical staff, with the superintendent required to review and forward recommendations to the Commissioner within 15 days for terminal/incapacitated inmates or 30 days for geriatric cases

Requires the Commissioner to issue a final written decision within 30 days, considering factors including diagnosis, healthcare costs to the state, danger to public safety, and victim statements

Mandates notification to prosecuting attorneys and victims when an inmate is considered for medical parole, with opportunities to submit written statements and attend closed hearings

Establishes annual reporting requirements including number of petitions received, approved, and denied, cost savings realized, demographic data, and processing times to be published on the Division's website