Virginia law § 19.2-187.2 outlines the procedures for issuing subpoenas duces tecum for forensic analysis evidence, requiring a showing of materiality and allowing courts to facilitate access without undue burden. Section 19.2-188 permits the admission of reports and records from the Chief Medical Examiner as evidence in court, including autopsy reports and related photographs, when properly attested.
An affidavit must show that the requested writings or documents are material, and the court may allow inspection at the laboratory if production causes undue burden.
Yes, reports from the Chief Medical Examiner and related records are admissible as evidence when properly attested.
Yes, when duly attested by the Chief Medical Examiner or an Assistant, they can be used as evidence for any purpose the original would serve.
Access is permitted through proper subpoenas, with courts balancing materiality and undue burden, and some records can be inspected at laboratories.