by Eric J. Ellman | Aug 10, 2026
In August 2026, the Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA), filed a complaint against the Virginia State Police (VSP) challenging a recent VSP program that charges $30,000 annual to business screening services violates the Constitution of Virginia. PBSA...
by Eric J. Ellman | May 6, 2026
In April 2026, NCRA became aware that the Virginia State Police plans to charge $30,000 per year for background check companies to access the Business Screening Services Seal Order Notification Program.
by Eric J. Ellman | Aug 27, 2025
On August 19, 2025, the Virginia Crime Commission discussed new sealing laws that will take effect on July 1, 2026. Items for this meeting: Agenda Archived Video Implementation of Sealing Criminal Records Legislation Update Virginia State Police Office of the...
by Eric J. Ellman | May 27, 2025
A new law was passed in 2025 concerning the sealing of criminal records. The bill was H.B. 2723, concerning record sealing. The law, passed in 2025 (Ch. 671), becomes effective on July 1, 2026. This bill was identical to S.B. 1466. The new law creates the Business...
