Virginia law requires law enforcement agencies to develop policies for the secure handling and recording of audiovisual and audio data during custodial interrogations. It also mandates the maintenance and management of a separate Sex Offender and Crimes Against Minors Registry by the Department of State Police. The law related to certain procedures was repealed in 2003.
They must develop and adopt policies for the maintenance, storage, use, sharing, and security of audiovisual and audio recordings made during custodial interrogations.
The Department of State Police is responsible for maintaining the registry, including organizing and staffing it as required by law.
Yes, Section 19.2-390.2 was repealed in 2003.
Yes, the registry is maintained by the Department of State Police and is accessible to the public for safety and awareness purposes.