Virginia § 42.1-10 - Acquisition of books and other library matter
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 42.1-10 — Acquisition of books and other library matter, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 42.1-10. Acquisition of books and other library matter
The Library may from time to time acquire books and other library matter by gift, purchase, exchange or loan. And the Library shall cause to be procured, from time to time, as opportunity may offer, a copy of any book, pamphlet, manuscript, or other library material, relating to the history of Virginia, not now in The Library of Virginia, which can be obtained on reasonable terms.
Code 1950, § 42-44; 1970, c. 606; 1994, c. 64.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 42.1-10
What does Code of Virginia § 42.1-10 cover?
Section 42.1-10 ("Acquisition of books and other library matter") 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 § 42.1-10?
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