VA SB416

Expands Virginia's deferred disposition program for criminal defendants to include those diagnosed with developmental disabilities, in addition to the existing coverage for autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disabilities

Allows defendants to request a hearing to determine eligibility for deferred disposition at any time before or after entering a plea, with facts proffered by parties to establish the required connection between the disability and criminal conduct

Requires defendants to stipulate to sufficient facts justifying a finding of guilt before the court enters a deferred disposition if the hearing occurs before a guilty plea

Provides that charges dismissed under this program qualify for expungement of police and court records under § 19.2-392.2

Protects defendant statements made during eligibility hearings or examinations from being used in criminal proceedings, except for perjury charges or impeachment purposes