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WV HB2572
WV HB2572To create the Protection of Shared Physical and Digital Property from Warrantless Searches Act
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Introduced
01/16/2023
01/16/2023
In Committee
01/16/2023
01/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/11/2023
03/11/2023
Introduced Session
2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The purpose of this bill is to establish the Protection of Shared Physical and Digital Property from Warrantless Searches Act. The bill provides for legislative findings. The bill provides for definitions. The bill creates conditions for government to search or seize physical or digital property from a third party. The bill defines illegal searches and seizures. Finally, the bill provides for an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Protection of Shared Physical and Digital Property from Warrantless Searches Act," establishes conditions for the government to search or seize physical or digital property held by a third party. It requires the government to obtain a search or seizure warrant based on probable cause, except in certain exigent circumstances or with the property owner's permission. The bill also defines key terms like "digital property," "physical property," and "third party," and provides for the exclusion of illegally obtained evidence and the ability to pursue legal action for violations of the act. The bill aims to protect individuals' rights to privacy and security in their shared physical and digital property, in contrast with the "Third Party Doctrine" that has limited such protections.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (11)
Chuck Horst (R)*,
Eric Householder (R),
Dean Jeffries (R),
Laura Kimble (R),
Todd Kirby (R),
Todd Longanacre (R),
Margitta Mazzocchi (R),
Pat McGeehan (R),
Chris Phillips (R),
Bill Ridenour (R),
Doug Smith (R),
Last Action
To House Judiciary (on 01/16/2023)
Bill Topics
Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
- ‐ Right to Privacy and Access to Government Information
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/Bills_history.cfm?input=2572&year=2023&sessiontype=RS&btype=bill | 01/16/2023 |
| BillText | http://www.wvlegislature.gov/Bill_Status/bills_text.cfm?billdoc=hb2572%20intr.htm&yr=2023&sesstype=RS&i=2572 | 01/16/2023 |
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