This section outlines the procedures for appealing bail and bond decisions in Virginia criminal cases, including provisions for release pending appeal. It specifies that individuals convicted in district courts can be released without posting a new bond if they have already posted one, and details conditions for releasing material witnesses when their testimony is critical. Some provisions, like Section 19.2-126, have been repealed.
Yes, if you posted bond in the original court, you can be released pending your appeal without needing to post a new bond.
Yes, if a judge finds that a witness's testimony is material and cannot be secured by subpoena, they can set conditions for the witness's release.
Yes, Section 19.2-126 has been repealed, removing specific provisions related to certain witness release conditions.
You will be given credit for any bond posted in the original court, and the court will not require a new bond for your release pending the appeal.