Virginia § 48-5 - Fines and costs; judgment of abatement
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 48-5 — Fines and costs; judgment of abatement, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 48-5. Fines and costs; judgment of abatement
Upon the trial of any such presentment the person or persons who have created, caused or permitted the continuation of any nuisance, if found guilty, shall be ordered to either abate said nuisance or to reimburse the locality for all costs of removal and abatement of said nuisance, if the locality has abated the nuisance pursuant to § 15.2-900, and further may be fined not more than $25,000, in addition to other remedies available under the law.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 48-5
What does Code of Virginia § 48-5 cover?
Section 48-5 ("Fines and costs; judgment of abatement") 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 § 48-5?
A common citation format is "Code of Virginia § 48-5" (Virginia). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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