Other Programs
In addition to programs for state government, constitutional officers, and political subdivisions, DRM administers specialized plans for the following public servants and entities:
DRM provides liability coverage to "any individual serving as a guardian or limited guardian as defined in § 37.1-134.6 for any consumer of a community services board or behavioral health authority or any patient or resident of a state facility operated by the Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services" (§ 2.2-1839, as amended). Participation in this plan is voluntary and must be approved by the executive director of the community services board or behavioral health authority or the Commissioner of the Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services, as appropriate.
DRM provides liability coverage to "any attorney for any claim arising out of the provision of pro bono legal services for custody and visitation to an eligible indigent person under a program approved by the Supreme Court of Virginia or the Virginia State Bar" (§ 2.2-1839, as amended). Participation in this plan is voluntary and must be approved by the office of the Executive Secretary of the Virginia Supreme Court.
State Court-Appointed Attorneys
In accordance with § 2.2-1839, DRM provides liability coverage to state court-appointed attorneys. In the event of a claim under this coverage, the attorney will be required to furnish DRM with a copy of his or her court-ordered appointment.
DRM administers the Virginia Railway Express commuter railroad's insurance program. For more information regarding this program, please contact us.
