Jay Jones
Attorney General of Virginia

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2026 Official Opinions

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25-027 Ms. Jamie Patten, Acting Head & Chief Administrative Officer, Virginia Cannabis Control Authority The Virginia Cannabis Control Authority may not limit written certifications for the medical use of cannabis products to electronic or digital certifications.
     
26-001 Honorable Michael J. Webert, Virginia House of Delegates A licensure requirement to purchase firearms and a ban on commonly used firearms, accessories, and components would violate the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution and Article I, Section 13 of the Constitution of Virginia.
     
26-002 Honorable Karen Hamilton, Virginia House of Delegates The holdings of Grimm v. Gloucester County School Board are limited to the facts of the case and United States v. Skrmetti weakens any argument for applying Grimm beyond its facts.