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Newport News Police Department
NOTE: The case agent may request an extension of the time period in instances of complex or
lengthy investigations. If an extension is granted, the supervisor will immediately notify the
Commonwealth Attorney Investigator of the delay to limit possible problems arising from
the extension. The notification of the delay will include the witness list, and a tentative date
of the prosecuting attorney's letter is to be expected.
3. The investigator will turn in the case file to their immediate supervisor for review.
4. If additional documentation is obtained after the package has been submitted, it will be immediately
forwarded to the investigator's immediate supervisor and forwarded to the Commonwealth's
Attorney.
C. Supervisor Responsibilities
1. The case agent’s supervisor ensures the investigation is complete and the case file is prepared
correctly.
2. When a case agent submits a case file, the supervisor reviews the file, signs off (or initials) and
forwards copies to the Commonwealth Attorney’s Office and the Records Unit.
3. The prosecutor’s office may return a case file through the Office of the Chief of Police for various
reasons, including a need for further investigation and documentation or dismissal due to alleged
mishandling of the investigation. Upon notification, the supervisor will review the case with the case
agent to identify the next steps. If appropriate, the supervisor may initiate remedial training.
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