The bill H. 3064 seeks to amend Section 17-5-535 of the South Carolina Code of Laws, which governs the viewing and dissemination of autopsy photographs and videos. The proposed changes restructure the list of individuals authorized to view these materials, clarifying that they may only be accessed by specific parties, including coroners, medical examiners, law enforcement, and certain relatives of the deceased, as well as individuals involved in legal proceedings related to the death. Notably, the bill also introduces provisions allowing for the use of redacted autopsy images for legitimate medical, scientific, or educational purposes, provided that identifying information is removed.

Additionally, the bill establishes penalties for violations of these provisions, classifying them as misdemeanors with fines ranging from $5,000 to $50,000 for each offense. It also ensures that the amendments do not infringe upon victims' rights as outlined in the state constitution. The act will take effect upon the Governor's approval, and it includes a clause stating that any repealed or amended laws will remain in effect for the purpose of sustaining existing rights and liabilities.