Virginia § 53.1-26 - Confiscation of prohibited articles
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 53.1-26 — Confiscation of prohibited articles, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 53.1-26. Confiscation of prohibited articles
Any item of personal property which a prisoner in any state correctional facility is prohibited from possessing by the Code of Virginia or by the rules of the Director shall, when found in the possession of a prisoner, be confiscated and sold or destroyed as the Director may direct. Any funds from the sale of such property shall be invested and used as provided in § 53.1-44.
Code 1950, § 53-23.1; 1968, c. 222; 1982, c. 636.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 53.1-26
What does Code of Virginia § 53.1-26 cover?
Section 53.1-26 ("Confiscation of prohibited articles") 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 § 53.1-26?
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Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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How does Virginia § 53.1-26 apply to my situation?
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