HB5267

Providing for the reintegration of inmates in correctional facilities

Introduced·2/5/26
Intr Text

Requires correctional facilities to assist inmates in obtaining a Social Security number, birth certificate, and driver's license.

West Virginia HB5267 mandates that correctional facilities assist juvenile and adult offenders in obtaining a Social Security number and card, a birth certificate, and a driver's license. This requirement applies unless the inmate was convicted of an offense involving the unlawful operation of a motor vehicle. These items must be provided to the offenders before their release from the correctional facility. The bill aims to facilitate the reintegration of inmates into society by ensuring they have essential identification and legal documents.

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History

Feb 5

House

Filed for introduction

Feb 5

House

To Judiciary

Feb 5

House

Introduced in House