Code of Virginia (Last Updated:July 28, 2020) |
TITLE 9.1. Commonwealth Public Safety |
CHAPTER 1. Department of Criminal Justice Services |
ARTICLE 12. Bail Enforcement Agents |
SECTION 9.1-186.9. Firearms, training and usage; standards and requirements |
A. If a bail enforcement agent chooses to carry a firearm, either concealed or visible, in the course of his duties, he shall be required to: 1. First complete basic firearms training, as defined by the Board; and 2. Receive ongoing in-service firearms training, as defined by the Board. B. In the event a bail enforcement agent discharges a firearm during the course of his duties, he shall report it to the Department within 24 business hours. 2004, c. 397 . |