13 chapters · 364 sections in this title.
Va. Code Ann. § 53.1-261 Definitions
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As used in this chapter, unless the context requires a different meaning: "Correctional services" means the following functions, services, and activities when provided within a prison or otherwise: 1. Food services, commissary, medical services, transportation, sanitation, or oth…
Va. Code Ann. § 53.1-262 State correctional facilities; private contracts
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The Director, subject to the provisions of the Virginia Public Procurement Act (§ 2.2-4300 et seq.), is hereby authorized to enter into contracts with prison contractors for the financing, site selection, acquisition, construction, maintenance, or leasing of prison facilities, or…
Va. Code Ann. § 53.1-263 Authority of security employees
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Security employees of a prison contractor approved by the General Assembly to operate a prison facility pursuant to § 53.1-265 shall be allowed to use force and shall exercise their powers and authority only while on the grounds of an institution under the supervision of the pris…
Va. Code Ann. § 53.1-264 Application of certain criminal law to contractor-operated facilities
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All provisions of law establishing penalties for offenses committed against custodians of inmates, correctional officers, prison guards, or jail officers shall apply mutatis mutandis to offenses committed by or with regard to inmates assigned to facilities or programs for which a…