Virginia § 28.2-244 - Purchase of shellfish or finfish; penalty
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 28.2-244 — Purchase of shellfish or finfish; penalty, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 28.2-244. Purchase of shellfish or finfish; penalty
A person shall not purchase shellfish or finfish from any fisherman who is known by such person to have not registered as a commercial fisherman as required by § 28.2-241. Whenever a court finds that a defendant has violated the provisions of this section, the court shall assess a civil penalty of $500. All civil penalties assessed pursuant to this section shall be paid into the Marine Fishing Improvement Fund as established in § 28.2-208.
1992, cc. 493, 503.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 28.2-244
What does Code of Virginia § 28.2-244 cover?
Section 28.2-244 ("Purchase of shellfish or finfish; penalty") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Virginia § 28.2-244?
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