Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 1277: Aggravated murder; admission to bail, creates rebuttable presumption against bail.

In committee Last action February 18, 2026: Left in Committee Courts of Justice

Plain-language summary

HB 1277 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 14, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Aggravated murder; admission to bail, creates rebuttable presumption against bail. Primary sponsor: Karen Hamilton (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 18, 2026): Left in Committee Courts of Justice.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Karen Hamilton (Republican).