Virginia law § 19.2-182.8 outlines the procedures for revoking the conditional release of an acquittee if they violate release conditions or are no longer suitable for conditional release due to mental health issues. The court can order an evaluation by a qualified mental health professional and, after a hearing, revoke the release and return the individual to custody if necessary. The law ensures the acquittee's rights are protected during the hearing process, which is expedited and prioritized.
The court can revoke conditional release if the acquittee violates release conditions or if they are no longer suitable for release due to mental illness or intellectual disability requiring inpatient hospitalization.
The court may order an evaluation by a qualified mental health professional, hold an expedited hearing, and provide the acquittee with notice, legal counsel, and the opportunity to present evidence.
Yes, the law ensures the acquittee receives adequate notice, the right to be present, legal assistance, and to cross-examine witnesses during the hearing.
The revocation hearing is a civil proceeding, with priority given to scheduling and conducting the hearing expeditiously.