This version of the form is not currently in use and is provided for reference only. Download this version of Form 8 for the current year.
This is a legal form that was released by the Virginia Department of Corrections - a government authority operating within Virginia. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
Q: What is a Form 8 Bereavement Visit Request?
A: Form 8 Bereavement Visit Request is a form used to request a visit to a community corrections facility in Virginia following the death of an immediate family member.
Q: Who can request a Form 8 Bereavement Visit?
A: Immediate family members can request a Form 8 Bereavement Visit.
Q: What is considered an immediate family member?
A: Immediate family members typically include spouses, parents, children, siblings, and grandparents.
Q: Why would someone need to request a Bereavement Visit?
A: A Bereavement Visit allows an inmate in a community corrections facility to say goodbye and attend services for a deceased immediate family member.
Q: What information is required on the Form 8 Bereavement Visit Request?
A: The form will typically require information such as the inmate's name, facility location, relationship to the deceased, date and location of funeral or memorial services, and the requestor's contact information.
Q: Is there a deadline to submit a Form 8 Bereavement Visit Request?
A: It is best to submit the request as soon as possible to allow for processing and approval.
Q: Can a Bereavement Visit request be denied?
A: Yes, a Bereavement Visit request can be denied based on various factors such as security concerns or disciplinary issues.
Q: Are there any specific rules or guidelines for a Bereavement Visit?
A: Each community corrections facility may have its own rules and guidelines for Bereavement Visits, including restrictions on visit duration and number of visitors.
Q: Who should I contact if I have questions about a Bereavement Visit?
A: You should contact the community corrections facility where the inmate is housed for specific questions about the Bereavement Visit process.
Form Details:
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