Alabama HB503 prohibits the disclosure or transmission of crime scene photos of human remains, except for official purposes, and sets penalties for.

Alabama HB503 makes it illegal to disclose or transmit photographs or images of deceased individuals or human remains taken during a coroner death investigation or law enforcement investigation. The bill prohibits such images from being used for any purpose other than official coroner or law enforcement purposes or as otherwise authorized by law. Violators face a Class B misdemeanor, with a higher penalty of a Class A misdemeanor if the violation is committed for consideration or gain. The act becomes effective on October 1, 2026.

Alabama HB503 prohibits the disclosure or transmission of crime scene photos of human remains, except for official purposes, and sets penalties for.

Alabama HB503 makes it illegal to disclose or transmit photographs or images of deceased individuals or human remains taken during a coroner death investigation or law enforcement investigation. The bill prohibits such images from being used for any purpose other than official coroner or law enforcement purposes or as otherwise authorized by law. Violators face a Class B misdemeanor, with a higher penalty of a Class A misdemeanor if the violation is committed for consideration or gain. The act becomes effective on October 1, 2026.