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Virginia Administrative Code
11/28/2024

Part XXI. Inmate Recreation and Activities

Article 1
Admission and Orientation

6VAC15-45-1950. Recreational program.

Written policy, procedure, and practice shall provide for a recreational program that includes leisure time activities and outdoor exercise.

Statutory Authority

§ 53.1-266 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from VR230-01-006 § 21.1; Virginia Register Volume 12, Issue 4, eff. December 13, 1995.

6VAC15-45-1960. Opportunity for exercise.

Every inmate (excluding isolation) who is not employed in outdoor work shall have the opportunity for at least one hour of exercise three separate days per week in an out-of-door area, weather permitting.

Statutory Authority

§ 53.1-266 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from VR230-01-006 § 21.2; Virginia Register Volume 12, Issue 4, eff. December 13, 1995.

6VAC15-45-1970. Adequate facilities and equipment.

Adequate facilities and equipment for the planned recreation or exercise activities shall be available to the inmate population and shall be maintained in good condition.

Statutory Authority

§ 53.1-266 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from VR230-01-006 § 21.3; Virginia Register Volume 12, Issue 4, eff. December 13, 1995.

6VAC15-45-1980. Staff supervision.

All recreational activities shall be under staff supervision and approved by the contractor.

Statutory Authority

§ 53.1-266 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from VR230-01-006 § 21.4; Virginia Register Volume 12, Issue 4, eff. December 13, 1995.

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