Virginia § 45.2-109 - Using or revealing proprietary information
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 45.2-109 — Using or revealing proprietary information, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45.2-109. Using or revealing proprietary information
Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, neither the State Geologist nor any employee or agent of the Division shall make use of or reveal any proprietary information or statistic gathered from any source for any purpose other than that of this chapter, except with the express written consent of the source of such information or statistic. The State Geologist shall not reveal such information to the Director or any other employee of the Department who is not employed within the Division.
1984, c. 590, § 45.1-385; 2021, Sp. Sess. I, c. 387.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 45.2-109
What does Code of Virginia § 45.2-109 cover?
Section 45.2-109 ("Using or revealing proprietary information") 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 § 45.2-109?
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