HB872

Portable electronic devices; possession in district or circuit court, policies set by chief judge.

Complete·5/20/26

Virginia HB872 sets policies for portable electronic device possession in district and circuit courts.

Virginia HB872 establishes policies for the possession and use of portable electronic devices by visitors in district and circuit courts. The chief judge of each district court sets a policy for device possession, including any restrictions, conditions, and limitations. If devices are prohibited, storage must be provided at no cost. The chief judge of each circuit court also sets a policy, which may allow devices in the courtroom if they remain on silent mode. Policies must be posted on court websites.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

88 Yea

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6 Nay

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5 Absent

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Calendar

Feb 25

7:00 PM

Senate Courts of Justice Hearing

Feb 4

12:00 AM

House Courts of Justice Hearing

History

May 20

Approved by Governor-Chapter 1130 (effective 7/1/2026)

May 20

Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP1130)

Apr 22

House

Governor's recommendation passed by