Virginia § 2.2-3127 - Venue
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 2.2-3127 — Venue, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2.2-3127. Venue
Any prosecution for a violation involving an officer serving at the state level of government shall be brought in the Circuit Court of the City of Richmond. Any prosecution for a violation involving an employee serving at the state level of government shall be within the jurisdiction in which the employee has his principal place of state employment.
Any proceeding provided in this chapter shall be brought in a court of competent jurisdiction within the county or city in which the violation occurs if the violation involves an officer or employee serving at the local level of government.
1987, Sp. Sess., c. 1, § 2.1-639.24; 2001, c. 844.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 2.2-3127
What does Code of Virginia § 2.2-3127 cover?
Section 2.2-3127 ("Venue") 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 § 2.2-3127?
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