Virginia · Code of Virginia — Title 18.2, Crimes and Offenses
Va. Code (Crimes) § 18.2-251.01: Substance abuse screening and assessment for felony convictions
What this law says, in plain English
This statute requires courts to order substance abuse screening and assessment for felony convicts, and mandate treatment or education programs if a problem is identified. It specifies licensing and funding requirements for such programs.
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