Virginia Freedom of Information Act; public access to certain audio and video recordings. (HB819)

Introduced By

Del. Jim LeMunyon (R-Oak Hill)

Description

Virginia Freedom of Information Act; public access to certain audio and video recordings. Requires the release of any audio or video recording or combination thereof made by a correctional officer, jail officer, or deputy sheriff of an individual imprisoned in a penal institution in the Commonwealth being subdued by the correctional officer, jail officer, or deputy sheriff in a manner that results in the death of the individual being subdued or rendering him unconscious. The bill defines "correctional officer," "jail officer," and "deputy sheriff." The requirement applies to any audio or video recording that exists on or after July 1, 2016, regardless of when the audio or video recording was made. The bill contains a technical amendment. Read the Bill »

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