West Virginia · West Virginia Code — Chapter 61, Crimes and Their Punishment
W. Va. Code (Crimes) § 61-8-30: Photography of a corpse or person being provided medical care or assistance; prohibitions; exceptions; Jonathan’s Law
What this law says, in plain English
First responders are prohibited from photographing or disclosing images of deceased persons or those receiving medical care at emergencies without consent or legitimate law-enforcement/medical purpose. Violations are misdemeanors with escalating penalties for repeat offenses.
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