Virginia § 3.2-5115 - Animals
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 3.2-5115 — Animals, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3.2-5115. Animals
No animal shall be permitted in any area used for the manufacture or storage of food products. A guard or guide animal may be allowed in some areas if the presence of the animal is unlikely to result in contamination of food, food contact surfaces, or food packaging materials. Additionally, a dog may be allowed within a designated area inside or on the premises of, except in any area used for the manufacture of food products, a distillery, winery, farm winery, brewery, or limited brewery licensed pursuant to § 4.1-206.1.
Code 1950, § 3-297; 1966, c. 702, § 3.1-376; 1997, c. 122; 2008, c. 860; 2018, c. 819; 2020, cc. 1113, 1114.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 3.2-5115
What does Code of Virginia § 3.2-5115 cover?
Section 3.2-5115 ("Animals") 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 § 3.2-5115?
A common citation format is "Code of Virginia § 3.2-5115" (Virginia). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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How does Virginia § 3.2-5115 apply to my situation?
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