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Va. Code Ann. § 19.2-44 — Territorial jurisdiction

Current through 2026 Regular Session

Part of Article 5: Jurisdiction and Powers, Code of Virginia.

Full text of Va. Code Ann. § 19.2-44

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Va. Code Ann. § 19.2-44Primary source, current through the 2026 Regular Session

A magistrate shall be authorized to exercise the powers conferred on magistrates by this title only in the magisterial region or regions for which he is appointed, except that a magistrate may issue search warrants in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 5 (§ 19.2-52 et seq.) throughout the Commonwealth. A magistrate may exercise all powers conferred on magistrates by this title throughout the Commonwealth when so authorized by the Executive Secretary upon a determination that such assistance is necessary.

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