FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 1, 2026
Pinnacle Investigations Launches Virginia Compliance Initiative to Help Employers and Consumer Reporting Agencies Navigate New Criminal Record Screening Requirements
Spokane Valley, Washington — [July 1, 2026] — Pinnacle Investigations, a national provider of employment background screening, investigative services, and nuclear access authorization investigations, today announced the launch of its Virginia Compliance Initiative, a comprehensive effort to help employers, Consumer Reporting Agencies (CRAs), and regulated industries navigate Virginia’s new Business Screening Services (BSS) requirements.
The recently enacted Virginia law establishes new compliance obligations for organizations that collect, maintain, and disseminate Virginia criminal history information. Among other requirements, qualifying Business Screening Services must register with the Virginia Department of State Police, receive notifications of newly sealed records, promptly remove those records from future dissemination, and maintain procedures designed to help ensure the accuracy and completeness of criminal history information.
To support clients through these changes, Pinnacle has invested in the systems, compliance processes, and educational resources necessary to continue providing Virginia criminal history screening while helping organizations confidently adapt to the evolving regulatory environment.
The Virginia Compliance Initiative includes:
- Continued Virginia criminal record search capabilities
- Dedicated compliance monitoring and operational support
- Wholesale fulfillment and reseller partnerships for Consumer Reporting Agencies
- Educational resources for employers and HR professionals
- Specialized guidance for organizations operating under highly regulated hiring and access authorization programs, including the nuclear industry
- A dedicated Virginia resource center featuring executive briefs, FAQs, compliance updates, and best practices
“Regulatory change shouldn’t create uncertainty for employers. Our responsibility is to stay ahead of those changes so our clients can continue hiring with confidence. We view compliance as more than a requirement—it’s a commitment to protecting our clients and the people they serve.”
— Bryce R. Brewer, Senior Vice President // Virginia Compliance Team Lead
Pinnacle’s Virginia initiative is designed to provide organizations with practical guidance, dependable screening solutions, and a trusted resource as Virginia’s new requirements continue to evolve.
“Organizations today need more than accurate background reports—they need a screening partner that understands compliance, anticipates change, and helps them reduce risk,” Brewer added. “Our goal is to give clients confidence that their Virginia background screening program is supported by experienced professionals who are monitoring these developments every step of the way.”
For more than 38 years, Pinnacle Investigations has partnered with employers across the United States, delivering employment background screening, investigative services, identity verification, and one of the nation’s leading nuclear access authorization investigation programs. The company’s commitment to accuracy, turnaround time, customer service, and regulatory compliance has made Pinnacle a trusted partner for organizations ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies and NRC-regulated facilities.
Organizations seeking additional information about Virginia criminal record screening requirements or reseller partnership opportunities are encouraged to visit:
www.pinnacleprof.com/virginia
or contact the Virginia Compliance Team at:
[email protected]
About Pinnacle Investigations
Pinnacle Investigations is a nationally recognized provider of employment background screening, investigative services, identity verification, and nuclear access authorization investigations. For more than 38 years, Pinnacle has helped employers make informed hiring decisions through accurate information, responsive service, and compliance-focused screening solutions. Serving clients across the United States, Pinnacle remains committed to delivering trusted information, exceptional customer service, and innovative solutions in an ever-changing regulatory environment.
Media Contact
Bryce R. Brewer
Senior Vice President // Virginia Compliance Team Lead
Pinnacle Investigations