Virginia HB251 creates a Class 6 felony for assault and battery resulting in serious bodily injury.
Virginia HB251 amends the Code of Virginia to establish a Class 6 felony for any person who commits an assault and battery resulting in serious bodily injury. The bill defines serious bodily injury and outlines the penalties for such offenses. It also specifies that certain offenses are ineligible for sealing under this section, including violent felonies and offenses involving the use of a firearm. The bill includes provisions for background checks and screening of applicants for direct care positions in substance abuse and mental health services.
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