Bill > HB1692

This bill expands the Virginia Parole Board's ability to investigate cases for potential executive clemency by requiring various public bodies engaged in criminal law enforcement to provide specific records upon request. The bill mandates that agencies must share a wide range of detailed records, including unredacted criminal investigative files, prosecution files, 911 call records, arrestee photographs, personal identifying information, and sealed presentence reports. These records must be provided at no cost within 30 working days of the request, with provisions for extensions if immediate response is not possible. The bill also ensures that these obtained records will be treated as confidential and exempt from public disclosure, similar to the Governor's working papers. This legislation aims to give the Parole Board more comprehensive access to information when investigating cases for potential clemency, either at the Governor's request or when the Board believes action might be in the best interest of the Commonwealth. By broadening the scope of accessible records, the bill enables a more thorough review process for potential executive clemency cases.

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https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20251/HB1692