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WV SB84
Bill
AI Summary
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Prohibits law enforcement officers from placing surveillance cameras or game cameras on private land without obtaining consent from the owner, lessee, or other person entitled to possession, or a valid search warrant
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Allows an exception for cameras placed in areas where officers have a lawful right to be and facing locations open to public view
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Defines "private land" as posted land, cultivated land, or fenced land as defined in existing West Virginia trespass law (§61-3B-1)
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Amends West Virginia Code by adding new section §62-1A-12 under the Search and Seizure article
Legislative Description
Prohibiting law enforcement from placing surveillance cameras on private property
Public Safety
Last Action
Approved by Governor 3/14/2026
3/14/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary1/30/2026
Judiciary1/14/2026
Full Bill Text
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