Virginia § 30-117 - Confidentiality of proceedings
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 30-117 — Confidentiality of proceedings, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 30-117. Confidentiality of proceedings
All proceedings during the investigation of any complaint by the Panel shall be confidential. This rule of confidentiality shall apply to Panel members and their staff, the Committee on Privileges and Elections and its staff, and the Virginia Conflict of Interest and Ethics Advisory Council.
1987, Sp. Sess., c. 1, § 2.1-639.49; 2001, c. 844; 2014, cc. 792, 804.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 30-117
What does Code of Virginia § 30-117 cover?
Section 30-117 ("Confidentiality of proceedings") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Virginia § 30-117?
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