Virginia Code § 19.2-11.5 defines key terms related to sexual assault evidence collection, including types of evidence kits, involved agencies, and medical examiners. It clarifies the roles of health care providers, law enforcement, and forensic departments in handling sexual assault evidence. These definitions support the proper collection, storage, and reporting of evidence in sexual assault cases.
It is a kit collected from a sexual assault victim who chooses not to report the offense to law enforcement at the time of examination.
A health care provider who has completed specialized education and training approved by the Virginia Forensic Nursing Advisory Council.
The Virginia Department of Forensic Science, the Division of Consolidated Laboratory Services, law enforcement agencies, and medical examiners.
Physical evidence recovery kits, trace evidence collection kits, and kits used during death investigations for victims of sexual assault.