SB 989 - Establishes Greater Victims Rights in Court - Virginia Key Vote

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Title: Establishes Greater Victims Rights in Court

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to concur with senate amendments and final pass a bill that establishes a greater set of victim rights in court.

Highlights:

  • Establishes a greater set of victim rights in court including requiring state attorneys consult with a crime victim in a felony case to infom the victim of the contents of the proposed plea agreement (Sec. 1).

  • Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall effect upon passage and approval by the governor (Sec. 1).

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Title: Establishes Greater Victims Rights in Court

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to concur and further amend a bill that establishes a greater set of victim rights in court.

Highlights:

  • Establishes a greater set of victim rights in court including requiring state attorneys consult with a crime victim in a felony case to infom the victim of the contents of the proposed plea agreement (Sec. 1).

  • Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall effect upon passage and approval by the governor (Sec. 1).

Title: Establishes Greater Victims Rights in Court

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