6VAC15-40-835. Sanctions.
Whenever an inmate is punished, such as reprimands or loss of privileges, the minimum procedural requirements shall include:
1. The accused inmate shall have an opportunity to explain or deny the charge; and
2. The inmate shall have the opportunity to appeal any finding of guilt to the facility administrator or designee.
Statutory Authority
§§ 53.1-5, 53.1-68, and 53.1-131 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from Virginia Register Volume 18, Issue 20, eff. July 17, 2002; amended, Virginia Register Volume 29, Issue 4, eff. November 22, 2012.
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