Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1028: Search warrant; search of place of abode, copy of affidavit to be part of warrant.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 1028 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Search warrant; search of place of abode, copy of affidavit to be part of warrant. Primary sponsor: Wendell Walker (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 11, 2026): Incorporated by Courts of Justice (HB690-Zehr) (Voice Vote).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Search warrant; search of place of abode; copy of affidavit to be part of warrant and served therewith; temporary sealing. Provides that if an affidavit that accompanies a search warrant for a place of abode has been sealed pursuant to relevant law, the executing law-enforcement officer does not have to leave a copy of such affidavit in a conspicuous place within or affixed to the place to be searched.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wendell Walker | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 52 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Incorporated by Courts of Justice (HB690-Zehr) (Voice Vote)
- Subcommittee recommends incorporating (Voice Vote)
- Assigned HCJ sub: Criminal
- Referred to Committee for Courts of Justice
- Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26102039D