Virginia law § 19.2-295.2 outlines the conditions under which courts may impose probation for felony convictions committed on or after January 1, 1995, and July 1, 2000. It mandates an additional incarceration period of 6 months to 3 years for certain felony sentences, which can be suspended and served as probation. The law also details probation revocation procedures and clarifies that courts retain broader legal authority.
The probation period must be at least six months and can extend up to three years, as determined by the court.
Yes, for certain offenses committed after January 1, 1995, and July 1, 2000, courts may impose an additional 6 months to 3 years of incarceration, which can be suspended and served as probation.
The probation can be revoked, leading to potential incarceration or other penalties as outlined in Virginia law.
No, the law states that nothing in this section limits the court's broader legal authority in sentencing or other proceedings.