HB4531 HFAT MILEY 3-2



"A Bill to amend and reenact §25-1-16 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, as amended; to further amend said code by adding thereto a new section, designated §31-20-30a; and to amend and reenact §49-5E-6 of said code, all relating to the proper care of inmates in state institutions or facilities; authorizing the transfer of inmates with mental health needs; authorizing the transfer of inmates for medical reasons under appropriate supervision; providing criteria, standards and limitations relating to the proper treatment of pregnant inmates; authorizing restraint of pregnant inmates when necessary; and providing criteria, standards and limitations relating to the proper treatment of pregnant juveniles in the custody of the Division of Juvenile Services."