Personnel Act; willfully disclosing personal information prohibited by law, guilty of malfeasance. (SB1330)
Introduced By
Sen. Ken Cuccinelli (R-Fairfax)
Progress
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Introduced |
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Passed Committee |
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
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Signed by Governor |
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Became Law |
Description
Virginia Personnel Act; malfeasance in office; penalties; damages. Provides that any person who willfully and knowingly discloses personal information, the disclosure of which is prohibited by law shall be guilty of malfeasance in office or employment. Upon conviction thereof, the judge or jury trying the case, in addition to any other fine or penalty provided by law, may order the forfeiture of such office or employment. In addition, the bill provides that (i) a person aggrieved by a violation shall be entitled to institute an action to recover actual damages or $500, whichever is greater, for each violation and (ii) if the aggrieved party prevails, to be awarded reasonable attorney's fees and court costs. The bill specifies where court actions may be brought. The bill specifically provides that it applies to certain persons currently exempt from the provisions of the Virginia Personnel Act. View Full Text »
