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Va. Code Ann. § 19.2-19 — Recognizance to keep the peace; when required

Current through 2026 Regular Session

Part of Article 2: Powers and Duties, Code of Virginia.

Full text of Va. Code Ann. § 19.2-19

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Va. Code Ann. § 19.2-19Primary source, current through the 2026 Regular Session

If any person threatens to kill or injure another or to commit violence or injury against his person or property, or to unlawfully trespass upon his property, he shall be required to give a recognizance to keep the peace for such period not to exceed one year as the court hearing the complaint may determine.

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