Personal appearance by two-way electronic video and audio communication; entry of plea.

Personal appearance by two-way electronic videoand audio communication; entry of plea or nolle prosequi; adjudicationof probation violations. Provides that with the consent of thecourt and all parties, an appearance in a court may be made by two-way electronic video and audio communication for the purpose of (i) entryof a plea of guilty or nolo contendere and the related sentencingof the defendant charged with a misdemeanor or felony, (ii) entryof a nolle prosequi, or (iii) adjudication of an alleged violationof probation. This bill is a recommendation of the Judicial Councilof Virginia and the Committee on District Courts.