Virginia law allows the Attorney General or Chief Deputy Attorney General, when authorized in writing, to apply for court orders to intercept wire, electronic, or oral communications related to serious felonies. This includes offenses like murder, kidnapping, extortion, bribery, and certain other felony violations, as well as conspiracy to commit these crimes. The law also permits law enforcement agencies to monitor interceptions with proper authorization under specified procedures.
The Attorney General or Chief Deputy Attorney General, if authorized in writing, can apply for such orders in cases involving serious felonies.
The law covers felonies such as murder, kidnapping, extortion, bribery, and various other serious offenses, including conspiracy to commit these crimes.
Yes, law enforcement agencies like police departments, sheriff's offices, or U.S. law enforcement can also apply for interception authorization with proper procedures.
Applications must be made in conformity with the provisions of Virginia Code § 19.2-68, which sets out the specific procedures for obtaining such orders.