12VAC35-105-100. Sanctions

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Virginia Administrative Code › Title 12 Health › Agency 35 Department of Behavioral Health And Developmental Services › Chapter 105 › 12VAC35-105-100

This text was captured on Aug 14, 2026. It is a snapshot, not a live feed, so check the official code before relying on it.

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A. The commissioner may invoke the sanctions enumerated in § 37.2-419 of the Code of Virginia upon receipt of information that a licensed provider is:

1. In violation of the provisions of §§ 37.2-400 through 37.2-422 of the Code of Virginia, these regulations, or the provisions of the Rules and Regulations to Assure the Rights of Individuals Receiving Services from Providers Licensed, Funded, or Operated by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services ( 12VAC35-115 ); and

2. Such violation adversely affects the human rights of individuals, or poses an imminent and substantial threat to the health, safety or welfare of individuals.

The commissioner shall notify the provider in writing of the specific violations found and of his intention to convene an informal conference pursuant to § 2.2-4019 of the Code of Virginia at which the presiding officer will be asked to recommend issuance of a special order.

B. The sanctions contained in the special order shall remain in effect during the pendency of any appeal of the special order.

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