6 Va. Admin. Code § 20-230-280

Current through Register Vol. 41, No. 8, December 2, 2024

Section 6VAC20-230-280 - Department investigation

A. The department may initiate or conduct an investigation based on any information received or action taken by the department to determine compliance with the Code of Virginia and this chapter.

B. Documentation.

1. Persons regulated or required to be regulated by this chapter pursuant to the Code of Virginia are required to provide department investigators with any and all records required to be maintained by this chapter.

a. This shall not be construed to authorize the department to demand records protected under applicable federal and state laws. If such records are necessary to complete an investigation, the department may seek a subpoena to satisfy the request.

b. The department shall endeavor to review, and request as necessary, only those records required to verify alleged violations of compliance with the Code of Virginia and this chapter.

2. The department shall endeavor to keep any documentation, evidence or information on an investigation confidential until such time as adjudication has been completed, at which time information may be released upon request pursuant to applicable federal and state laws, rules or regulations.

6 Va. Admin. Code § 20-230-280

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 21, Issue 26, eff. October 5, 2005.

Statutory Authority

§ 9.1-150.2 of the Code of Virginia.