Virginia law allows law enforcement to destroy seized controlled substances or marijuana over 10 pounds after photographing and documenting the evidence. The agency must notify the accused or interested parties at least seven days before destruction and retain a 10-pound sample for evidence. Photographs and records are admissible in court.
Yes, they can destroy the excess after photographing, documenting, and notifying interested parties at least seven days prior.
A 10-pound sample is retained for evidence, and photographs and records are kept for court admissibility.
They are notified by first-class mail at least seven days before the scheduled destruction date.
Yes, properly identified photographs and records are admissible for court proceedings.