Virginia law § 19.2-270.1:1 restricts the release of computer and electronic data related to obscenity or child pornography cases. While defendants and their counsel can review the evidence, the original data cannot be released unless the court finds it necessary for the defense, with strict conditions to prevent duplication and ensure proper handling. The law aims to balance evidence confidentiality with defendants' rights to review relevant data.
Yes, the defendant and their counsel can review the electronic data, but the original data cannot be released unless the court finds it necessary for the defense.
The court may order release only if it finds that production is necessary and material to the defense, and must impose restrictions to prevent duplication and ensure proper handling.
Copies may be made only under court-ordered conditions that restrict duplication beyond what is reasonably necessary for the defense.
The law requires that access be limited to specifically identified recipients, prohibits unnecessary duplication, and mandates return or proper disposition of the data after review.