Virginia § 38.2-4930 - Investigations and subpoenas

Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 38.2-4930 — Investigations and subpoenas, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 38.2-4930. Investigations and subpoenas

A. The Commission may make public or private investigations within or outside of the Commonwealth it deems necessary to determine whether any person has violated any provision of this chapter or any rule, regulation, or order promulgated by the Commission.

B. For the purpose of any investigation or proceeding under this chapter, the Commission or any officer designated by it may administer oaths and affirmations, subpoena witnesses, compel their attendance, take evidence, and require the production of any books, papers, correspondence, memoranda, agreements, or other documents or records that the Commission deems relevant or material to the inquiry.

2012, cc. 208, 303.

Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 38.2-4930

What does Code of Virginia § 38.2-4930 cover?

Section 38.2-4930 ("Investigations and subpoenas") 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.

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