Virginia § 3.2-6040 - Limitation on animals to be held
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 3.2-6040 — Limitation on animals to be held, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3.2-6040. Limitation on animals to be held
In no instance shall any animals other than goats of the genus Capri, sheep of the genera Ammotragus and Ovis, and hogs of the genus Sus, be held in enclosures. The Board shall delineate the specific species of goats, sheep, and hogs that shall be allowed to be held in an enclosure. The importation, possession, and shooting of these animals shall be in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 3.2-6040
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Section 3.2-6040 ("Limitation on animals to be held") 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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