Plain-Language Summary

Virginia law requires state officials and agencies to share relevant criminal records with the Central Criminal Records Exchange and cooperate in developing shared systems. Records duplication is limited to what is necessary for internal use. The Virginia Parole Board can access electronic criminal history data for parole decisions under specific conditions, including data security and limited access.

Frequently Asked Questions

They must share records pertinent to their functions, ensuring the Exchange has access to relevant criminal history information.

Records duplication is only allowed if necessary for internal administration; otherwise, agencies should not maintain duplicate records.

The Parole Board can receive and view electronically disseminated criminal history data for parole decisions, with specific security and timing conditions.

Yes, the data must be purged within 30 days of receipt or when updated data is received, whichever is sooner.