Virginia's Title 19.2-152.4:3 outlines the duties of local pretrial services officers, including investigating defendants, providing bail recommendations, supervising defendants, conducting drug tests, and enforcing compliance with bail conditions. These officers play a crucial role in ensuring court orders are followed and public safety is maintained during the pretrial period.
They investigate defendants, supervise compliance with bail conditions, conduct drug tests, and assist courts with bail decisions.
Yes, they can seek a capias or an order to show cause if a defendant fails to comply with bail conditions.
Yes, they conduct random drug and alcohol tests on defendants under supervision when ordered by a judicial officer.
They provide information to help law enforcement return defendants to custody if needed and ensure compliance with court orders.