Electronic video and audio communication, two-way; if available in criminal proceeding, judge use. (SB1268)
Introduced By
Sen. Jill Holtzman Vogel (R-Winchester) with support from co-patron Sen. Richard Stuart (R-Westmoreland)
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Description
Personal appearance by two-way electronic video and audio communication. Provides that if two-way electronic video and audio communication is available for use by a judge in any pre-trial criminal proceeding, the judge shall use such communication in any proceeding that would otherwise require the transportation of a person from outside the jurisdiction of the court in order to appear in person before the court. Amends § 19.2-3.1 (“Personal appearance by two-way electronic video and audio communication; standards.”), of the Code of Virginia. View Full Text »
Outcome
Bill Has Passed
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