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SB 1155

Postrelease supervision; revocation of parole, supervision of certain felons, etc.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Mark Obenshain

Virginia bill modifying postrelease supervision and parole revocation procedures for felons failed in conference committee after disagreement between House and Senate versions.

Failed to Pass from conference
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Bill Summary · SB 1155

Legislative bill overview

SB 1155 addresses postrelease supervision and parole revocation procedures for certain felons in Virginia. The bill appears to modify how the state handles supervision conditions and revocation processes for individuals released from incarceration, though specific amendments are unclear from the legislative record provided.

Why is this important

Postrelease supervision and parole revocation policies directly affect over 20,000 Virginians under supervision at any given time and influence recidivism rates, public safety, and criminal justice system costs. How quickly and under what circumstances someone's release can be revoked determines whether they return to prison, affecting both individuals and communities.

Potential points of contention

  • Revocation standards: Disagreement likely exists over whether technical violations (missed appointments, failed drug tests) should trigger full incarceration versus graduated sanctions
  • Supervision scope: Debate probable over which felony categories warrant postrelease supervision and for how long, balancing rehabilitation with public safety
  • Due process protections: Conflict possible between faster revocation procedures and adequate hearings/legal representation for accused violators

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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