13 chapters · 364 sections in this title.
Va. Code Ann. § 53.1-229 Powers vested in Governor
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In accordance with the provisions of Article V, Section 12 of the Constitution of Virginia, the power to grant pardons or reprieves is vested in the Governor.
Va. Code Ann. § 53.1-231 Investigation of cases for executive clemency by Parole Board
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A. The Virginia Parole Board shall, at the request of the Governor, investigate and report to the Governor on cases in which executive clemency is sought. In any other case in which it believes action on the part of the Governor is proper or in the best interest of the Commonweal…
Va. Code Ann. § 53.1-231.1 (For contingent repeal date, see Acts 2026, cc. 992 and 1081, cl. 3) Process for notification regarding restoration of civil rights
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The Director of the Department of Corrections shall provide that any person convicted of a felony is notified of the loss of his civil rights and of the processes to apply for restoration of civil rights and of voting rights. The notice shall be given at the time the person has c…
Va. Code Ann. § 53.1-231.2 (For contingent repeal date, see Acts 2026, cc. 992 and 1081, cl. 3) Restoration of the civil right to be eligible to register to vote to certain persons
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This section shall apply to any person who is not a qualified voter because of a felony conviction, who seeks to have his right to register to vote restored and become eligible to register to vote, and who meets the conditions and requirements set out in this section. (Effective …