CHAPTER 571
An Act to amend and reenact § 53.1-1.2 of the Code of Virginia, relating to state correctional facilities; visitation policies; annual report.
[H 173]
Approved April 13, 2026
Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia:
1. That § 53.1-1.2 of the Code of Virginia is amended and reenacted as follows:
§ 53.1-1.2 . Visitation policies.
A. As used in this section:
"Long-distance visitor" means an approved visitor of a correctional facility whose primary residence is located at least 150 miles from the correctional facility, as measured by driving distance.
"Revocation" means a permanent loss of visitation privileges following multiple serious violations verified through reliable evidence, including documentation of such violations.
"Security requirements" means objectively documented procedures necessary to prevent escape, violence, or contraband introduction and does not include procedures used primarily for administrative convenience.