In Committee
2026 Regular Session
SB208
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Amend KRS 72.025 to require a post-mortem examination in deaths that occur during an arrest; create a new section of KRS Chapter 72 to require coroners to notify the Kentucky State Medical Examiner of arrest-related deaths; require publication of an annual public report; amend KRS 72.020 to conform.
Corrections ImpactCoronersCorrections and Correctional Facilities, StateDeathsJails and JailersPeace Officers and Law EnforcementPublic Records and ReportsSheriffs
Introduced: February 18, 2026
Last action: February 18, 2026
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Legislative History
Feb 18, 2026 · Senate
Introduced In Senate
Feb 18, 2026 · Senate
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Primary Sponsor
keturah.herron@kylegislature.gov