Forensic Science Board
Purpose
The purpose of the Forensic Science Board is to monitor the activities of the Department and its effectiveness in implementing the standards and goals of the Board; and Advise the Governor, Director, and General Assembly on matters relating to the Department and forensic science in general.
Term
Four years terms, provided that no member shall serve beyond the time when he holds the office or employment by reason of which he was initially eligible for appointment
Composition
The Board shall be composed of fifteen members as follows: the Superintendent of the State Police or his designee; the Director of the Department of Criminal Justice Services or his designee; the Chief Medical Examiner or his designee; the Executive Director of the Virginia Board of Pharmacy or his designee; the Attorney General, or his designee; the Executive Secretary of the Supreme Court of Virginia or his designee; the Chairman of the Virginia State Crime Commission or his designee; the Director of the Virginia Division of Consolidated Laboratory Services or his designee; the Chairman of the Senate Committee for Courts and Justice or his designee; the Chairman of the House Committee for Courts of Justice or his designee; two members of the Scientific Advisory Committee, chosen by the chairman of that committee; and three members, appointed by the Governor, from among the citizens of the Commonwealth as follows: a member of law enforcement, a member of the Virginia Commonwealth's Attorneys Association; and a member who is a criminal defense attorney having specialized knowledge in the area of forensic sciences.
Vacant Seats
No seats are available at this time. If you are interested in joining this board in the future, please submit an application here.
Current Board Members
Graven Craig
Criminal Defense Attorney Membership expires on 6/30/2029Allen Evans
Member of Law Enforcement Membership expires on 6/30/2029