Virginia § 15.2-1501 - Designation of officers to perform certain duties
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 15.2-1501 — Designation of officers to perform certain duties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15.2-1501. Designation of officers to perform certain duties
Whenever it is not designated by general law or special act which officer or employee of the locality shall exercise any power or perform any duty conferred upon or required of the locality, then any such power shall be exercised or duty performed by the officer or employee of the locality so designated by the governing body. The governing body also may authorize the chief administrative officer to designate officers and employees to perform administrative duties and to exercise administrative powers.
1997, c. 587.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 15.2-1501
What does Code of Virginia § 15.2-1501 cover?
Section 15.2-1501 ("Designation of officers to perform certain duties") 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 § 15.2-1501?
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Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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