Virginia § 53.1-40.3 - Place of hearing or proceeding
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 53.1-40.3 — Place of hearing or proceeding, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 53.1-40.3. Place of hearing or proceeding
Any hearing held by a court pursuant to § 53.1-40.1 or 53.1-40.2 may be held in any courtroom available within the county or city wherein the prisoner is located or any appropriate place which may be made available by the Director and approved by the judge. Nothing herein shall be construed as prohibiting holding the hearing on the grounds of a state or local correctional facility or a hospital or facility for the care and treatment of individuals with mental illness.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 53.1-40.3
What does Code of Virginia § 53.1-40.3 cover?
Section 53.1-40.3 ("Place of hearing or proceeding") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Virginia § 53.1-40.3?
A common citation format is "Code of Virginia § 53.1-40.3" (Virginia). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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How does Virginia § 53.1-40.3 apply to my situation?
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