Code of Virginia § 64.2-123. Disclosure of content of electronic communications of principal.

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To the extent that a power of attorney expressly grants an agent authority over the content of electronic communications sent or received by the principal and unless directed otherwise by the principal or the court, a custodian shall disclose to the agent the content if the agent gives the custodian:

1. A written request for disclosure in physical or electronic form;

2. An original or copy of the power of attorney expressly granting the agent authority over the content of electronic communications of the principal;

3. A certification by the agent that the power of attorney is in effect; and

4. If requested by the custodian:

a. A number, username, address, or other unique subscriber or account identifier assigned by the custodian to identify the principal's account; or

b. Evidence linking the account to the principal.

2017, cc. 33 , 80 .