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Va. Code Ann. § 19.2-271.7 — Notifying defendant of consequences criminal proceedings can have on immigration

Current through 2026 Regular Session

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Full text of Va. Code Ann. § 19.2-271.7

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Va. Code Ann. § 19.2-271.7Primary source, current through the 2026 Regular Session

Upon the defendant's first physical appearance for any misdemeanor or felony, the court shall advise the defendant of the following: The outcome of criminal proceedings may have federal immigration and naturalization consequences.

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