Clarifies liability protection for members of multidisciplinary investigative teams in West Virginia.

This bill amends Section 49-4-402 of the West Virginia Code to clarify the liability of members of multidisciplinary investigative teams. These teams, established in each county, investigate cases of child sexual assault, abuse, and neglect. The teams include representatives from various agencies and professionals, such as law enforcement, child protective services, and mental health experts. The bill specifies that team members are not personally liable for actions taken during investigations, except in cases of gross negligence, willful misconduct, or intentional misconduct.

Clarifies liability protection for members of multidisciplinary investigative teams in West Virginia.

This bill amends Section 49-4-402 of the West Virginia Code to clarify the liability of members of multidisciplinary investigative teams. These teams, established in each county, investigate cases of child sexual assault, abuse, and neglect. The teams include representatives from various agencies and professionals, such as law enforcement, child protective services, and mental health experts. The bill specifies that team members are not personally liable for actions taken during investigations, except in cases of gross negligence, willful misconduct, or intentional misconduct.