Virginia § 32.1-321 - Prosecution of cases
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 32.1-321 — Prosecution of cases, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 32.1-321. Prosecution of cases
The State Attorney General shall refer cases for prosecution in accordance with the provisions of this chapter to the attorney for the Commonwealth in the city or county where the offense occurred. The attorney for the Commonwealth shall obtain the assistance of the office of the Attorney General in the conduct of litigation arising under this chapter and shall be considered the authorized representative of the Attorney General for the purposes of this chapter.
1981, c. 255.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 32.1-321
What does Code of Virginia § 32.1-321 cover?
Section 32.1-321 ("Prosecution of cases") 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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