Bill > HB4387

This bill modifies how information is shared to help identify unidentified human remains by requiring the medical examiner to promptly provide all available information to the West Virginia State Police, who will then immediately submit it to NamUs (a national missing and unidentified persons system) and other relevant law-enforcement databases. The bill also clarifies that the medical examiner must make reasonable efforts to obtain DNA analysis of biological samples from unidentified remains if they haven't been identified by other means within 30 days, and to seek support from state and federal agencies for identification efforts. Additionally, it outlines procedures for notifying law enforcement and locating family members once remains are identified, and ensures that law enforcement agencies can continue their own efforts to publicize information for identification.

Health and Social Services

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