Virginia § 37.2-835 - Arrest without warrant
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 37.2-835 — Arrest without warrant, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 37.2-835. Arrest without warrant
Any officer authorized to make arrests is authorized to make an arrest under a warrant issued under the provisions of § 37.2-833 or 37.2-834, without having the warrant in his possession, provided the warrant has been issued and the arresting officer has been advised of the issuance of the warrant by printed message or any form of wire or wireless communication containing the name of the person wanted, directing the disposition to be made of the person when apprehended, and stating the basis of the issuance of the warrant.
Code 1950, § 37-97.1; 1954, c. 668; 1968, c. 477, § 37.1-77; 2005, c. 716.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 37.2-835
What does Code of Virginia § 37.2-835 cover?
Section 37.2-835 ("Arrest without warrant") 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 § 37.2-835?
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Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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How does Virginia § 37.2-835 apply to my situation?
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