Virginia legal term
Newsperson in Virginia Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Virginia legislative session
In Virginia criminal law, “Newsperson” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Virginia criminal code.
What does “Newsperson” mean in Virginia criminal law?
"Newsperson" means any person who, for a substantial portion of his livelihood or for substantial financial gain, engages in journalism for a news organization. (Va. Code Ann. § 19.2-271.5)
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