Virginia Code Title 28.2. Fisheries and Habitat of the Tidal Waters § 28.2-105. Legal representation for employees in criminal prosecution;  compensation

If any Commission employee is prosecuted on any criminal charge arising out of any act committed in the discharge of his official duties, the Commissioner may employ special counsel approved by the Attorney General to defend the employee.  The compensation for special counsel shall, subject to the approval of the Attorney General, be paid out of the funds appropriated for the administration of the Commission.