Bill > H3064

This bill amends South Carolina law regarding who can view and disseminate autopsy photographs and videos, expanding and clarifying existing regulations. The bill maintains that such materials can be viewed by coroners, medical examiners, law enforcement, and individuals involved in legal proceedings related to the death, while adding a new provision that allows the coroner discretion to share these materials with the deceased's family members or personal representatives. Additionally, the bill permits the use of redacted and anonymized autopsy materials for professional and educational purposes, such as medical training, law enforcement instruction, forensic science education, and publication in scientific or legal journals, provided that all identifying information about the deceased has been removed. The bill imposes strict penalties for unauthorized dissemination, with violators subject to a fine between $5,000 and $50,000 per offense, and includes a provision ensuring that the law does not limit victims' rights under existing state constitutional and legal provisions. The changes aim to balance privacy concerns with legitimate professional and educational needs while maintaining the confidentiality of autopsy materials.

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https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=3064&session=126&summary=B