# Va. Code Ann. § 18.2-265.14: Prohibition on disclosure of information by entity operating the system

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_T18.2_C7_A1.2_S18.2-265.14

## Section

- **Citation:** Va. Code Ann. § 18.2-265.14
- **Heading:** Prohibition on disclosure of information by entity operating the system
- **Jurisdiction:** Virginia
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Virginia Code / Title 18.2 / Chapter 7 / Article 1.2 / Section 18.2-265.14

## Text

The entity operating the system pursuant to the memorandum of understanding with the Department shall not use or disclose the information collected on behalf of the Department from a pharmacy or retail distributor for any purpose other than (i) to ensure compliance with this article or the federal Combat Methamphetamine Epidemic Act of 2005, (ii) to comply with the United States government or a political subdivision thereof for law-enforcement purposes pursuant to state or federal law, or (iii) to facilitate a product recall necessary to protect public health and safety.

2012, cc. 160 , 252 .

## Nearby sections

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