Inspector General
Virginia Office of the State Inspector General
OSIG-VA
26/100
Summary
The Virginia State Inspector General is appointed by the Governor and investigates fraud, waste, abuse, and corruption in executive branch agencies. Reports are submitted to the Governor and General Assembly.
Independence Scorecard
26/100
Weak
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Executive appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | Not specified |
| Removal standard | At will (weak protection) |
| Budget independence | Executive discretion |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | Executive review |
Statute
- Name
- Code of Virginia, Title 2.2, Chapter 3.1 — Office of the State Inspector General
- Citation
- Va. Code §§ 2.2-307 to 2.2-311
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Executive branch agencies and state institutions