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SB 208 Kentucky Senate · 2026 Regular Session

AN ACT relating to arrest-related deaths.

Summary
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.
Issues: ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires post-mortem exams, law enforcement notification, and public reporting for arrest deaths, enhancing accountability and transparency in criminal justice oversight.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 18, 2026 Last action Feb 18, 2026
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Feb 18, 2026
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Feb 18, 2026
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