53.1-170 - Rights of parolee or probationer at hearing. - Virginia Statutes

§ 53.1-170. Rights of parolee or probationer at hearing.

With respect to any hearing held pursuant to this article, the parolee orprobationer:

1. Shall have reasonable notice in writing of the nature and content of theallegations made, including notice that its purpose is to determine whetherthere is probable cause to believe that he has committed a violation of acondition of parole or probation;

2. Shall be permitted to consult with any persons whose assistance hereasonably desires, prior to the hearing;

3. Shall have the right to confront and examine any person who has madeallegations or given evidence against him, unless the hearing officerdetermines that such confrontation would present a substantial present orsubsequent danger of harm to such person;

4. May admit, deny or explain the violation alleged and may present proof,including affidavits and other evidence, in support of his contentions.

(Code 1950, § 53-290.3; 1975, c. 39; 1982, c. 636.)