Virginia law sections 19.2-337 and 19.2-338 outline procedures for handling claims related to legal proceedings and transportation costs for town prisoners. Section 19.2-337 states that claims not presented in a timely manner may be disallowed unless good cause is shown. Section 19.2-338 authorizes towns to charge convicted individuals for transportation costs to and from detention facilities, with restrictions on charges to ensure fairness.
If you fail to present your claim within the required time, it may be disallowed unless you can show good cause for the delay.
Yes, towns can charge convicted individuals for transportation costs to and from detention facilities, but only the actual cost, and not more than once per transportation.
Yes, officers and towns cannot charge or receive more than the actual transportation cost for each trip.
Yes, claims must be presented in a timely manner, or they may be disallowed unless good cause is shown for the delay.