CHAPTER 123
An Act to amend and reenact §§ 19.2-120 and 19.2-123 of the Code of Virginia, relating to release of accused on secured or unsecured bond.
[H 357]
Approved April 6, 2026
Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia:
1. That §§ 19.2-120 and 19.2-123 of the Code of Virginia are amended and reenacted as follows:
§ 19.2-120 . Admission to bail.
A. Prior to conducting any hearing on the issue of bail, release, or detention, the judicial officer shall, to the extent feasible, obtain the person's criminal history.
B. A person who is held in custody pending trial or hearing for an offense, civil or criminal contempt, or otherwise shall be admitted to bail by a judicial officer, unless there is probable cause to believe that:
1. He will not appear for trial or hearing or at such other time and place as may be directed; or
2. His liberty will constitute an unreasonable danger to himself, family or household members as defined in § 16.1-228 , or the public.