Bill > HB1385

This bill modifies existing Virginia law regarding how school divisions handle students who have been involved in certain legal proceedings. The bill requires court clerks and juvenile services intake officers to provide additional detailed information to school superintendents about a student's legal disposition, specifically when the student has been charged with certain offenses listed in the law. When a student has been charged with an offense that must be disclosed to the school superintendent, the superintendent can now request more comprehensive information about the case, including the circumstances of the disposition and any conditions associated with a deferred disposition. This additional information can be used to help determine whether the student should be placed in an alternative education program. The bill aims to give school administrators more context and insight when making decisions about student placement following legal incidents, potentially enhancing school safety and providing appropriate educational support for students who have been involved in legal proceedings. The provisions apply to various scenarios, such as when a student is charged with weapons, alcohol, drug, or intentional injury offenses, and are designed to give schools more flexibility in managing student placements and understanding individual student circumstances.

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