Virginia § 19.2-339 - Word "fine" construed
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§ 19.2-339. Word "fine" construed
Whenever the word "fine" is used in this chapter, it shall be construed to refer solely to the pecuniary penalty imposed by a court or jury upon a defendant who has been found guilty of a crime. The word "fine" shall not include other forfeitures, penalties, costs, amercements or the like, even though they follow as a consequence of conviction of crime.
Code 1950, § 19.1-323; 1960, c. 366; 1975, c. 495.
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Section 19.2-339 ("Word "fine" construed") 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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