Virginia Code 63.2-1520: Photographs and X-rays of child; use as evidence
In any case of suspected child abuse, photographs and X-rays of the child may be taken without the consent of the parent or other person responsible for such child as a part of the medical evaluation. Photographs of the child may also be taken without the consent of the parent or other person responsible for such child as a part of the investigation or family assessment of the case by the local department or the court; however, such photographs shall not be used in lieu of medical evaluation. Such photographs and X-rays may be introduced into evidence in any subsequent proceeding.
Terms Used In Virginia Code 63.2-1520
- Court: means the juvenile and domestic relations district court of the county or city. See Virginia Code 63.2-1501
- Department: means the State Department of Social Services. See Virginia Code 63.2-100
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
The court receiving such evidence may impose such restrictions as to the confidentiality of photographs of any minor as it deems appropriate.
1975, c. 341, § 63.1-248.13; 1978, c. 553; 2000, c. 500; 2002, c. 747.