Code of Virginia Code - Chapter 12. Executive Clemency

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Code of Virginia
Title 53.1. Prisons and Other Methods of Correction
Subtitle .
Chapter 12. Executive Clemency

3/14/2025

Chapter 12. Executive Clemency.

§ 53.1-229. Powers vested in Governor.

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.

Code 1950, § 53-228; 1970, c. 648; 1982, c. 636; 2021, Sp. Sess. I, cc. 344, 345.

§ 53.1-230. Repealed.

Repealed by Acts 2021, Sp. Sess. I, cc. 344 and 345, cl. 2, effective July 1, 2021.

§ 53.1-231. Investigation of cases for executive clemency by Parole Board.

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 Commonwealth, the Board may investigate and report to the Governor with its recommendations.

Code 1950, § 53-229; 1970, c. 648; 1982, c. 636.