Virginia § 18.2-517 - Venue for prosecution
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 18.2-517 — Venue for prosecution, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 18.2-517. Venue for prosecution
For the purposes of venue, any violation of this chapter shall be considered to have been committed in any county or city:
1. In which any act was performed in furtherance of any course of conduct that violates this chapter;
2. That is the principal place of the enterprise in the Commonwealth;
3. In which any offender had control or possession of any proceeds of a violation of this chapter, or of any records, or any other material or objects, which were used in furtherance of a violation;
4. In which any offender resides; or
5. Any place of venue under Article 2 (§ 19.2-244 et seq.) of Chapter 15 of Title 19.2.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 18.2-517
What does Code of Virginia § 18.2-517 cover?
Section 18.2-517 ("Venue for prosecution") 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 § 18.2-517?
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Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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How does Virginia § 18.2-517 apply to my situation?
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