1. (1) As used in this section:

   1. (a) "Criminal homicide" means the same as that term is defined in Section 76-5-201.
   2. (b) "Media outlet" means a bona fide newspaper, magazine, or broadcast media enterprise, whether conducted on a for-profit or nonprofit basis, engaged in the business of providing news and information to the general public.
   3. (c) "Minor victim" means the victim of a criminal homicide if the victim is younger than 18 years old.
   4. (d) "Parent or legal guardian" does not include an individual who is a suspect or defendant with respect to the criminal homicide.
2. (2) A law enforcement agency or a law enforcement officer may not disclose the name or other personally identifying information of a minor victim to a representative of a media outlet unless the law enforcement agency or law enforcement officer has made a reasonable effort to obtain the consent of the minor victim's parent or legal guardian for the disclosure.

Amended by Chapter 111, 2024 General Session