Virginia Code 37.2-917: Escape of persons committed; penalty
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Any person committed to the custody of the Commissioner pursuant to this chapter who escapes from custody shall be guilty of a Class 6 felony.
Attorney's Note
Under the Virginia Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
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| Class 6 felony | up to 5 years | up to $2,500 |
Terms Used In Virginia Code 37.2-917
- Commissioner: means the Commissioner of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services. See Virginia Code 37.2-900
- Person: includes any individual, corporation, partnership, association, cooperative, limited liability company, trust, joint venture, government, political subdivision, or any other legal or commercial entity and any successor, representative, agent, agency, or instrumentality thereof. See Virginia Code 1-230
1999, cc. 946, 985, § 37.1-70.18; 2001, c. 776; 2005, c. 716.