Virginia § 44-54.11 - Discharge; dismissal
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 44-54.11 — Discharge; dismissal, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 44-54.11. Discharge; dismissal
Upon expiration of the term of service for which appointed or enlisted, a member of the Virginia Defense Force shall be entitled to a discharge. However, no member shall be discharged by reason of expiration of his term of service while on state active duty.
A member of the Virginia Defense Force may be dismissed or discharged prior to the expiration of his term of service by sentence of a court-martial or for misconduct, inefficiency, unsatisfactory participation, personal hardship or for the convenience of the Commonwealth. Discharge proceedings shall be prescribed by the Adjutant General.
The Adjutant General may prescribe appropriate discharge certificates reflecting the character of the member's service.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 44-54.11
What does Code of Virginia § 44-54.11 cover?
Section 44-54.11 ("Discharge; dismissal") 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.
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