(Effective July 1, 2026) Sealing of criminal history record information

Va. Code Ann. § 9.1-134
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The Board shall adopt procedures reasonably designed to (i) ensure the prompt sealing of criminal history record information and the sealing or purging of criminal history record information, including any records relating to an arrest, charge, or conviction, when required by state or federal law, regulation, or court order and (ii) permit opening of sealed information under conditions authorized by law. 1981, c. 632, § 9-190; 2001, c. 844 ; 2021, Sp. Sess. I, cc. 524 , 542 ; 2025, cc. 634 and 671 , cl.7.
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