Virginia § 44-41.1 - Failure to report; etc
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 44-41.1 — Failure to report; etc, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 44-41.1. Failure to report; etc
If any person, being an active member of the Virginia National Guard, in violation of valid orders, fails to initially report to his appointed place of duty at the appointed time of duty under Title 32 of the United States Code or for state active duty, or having initially reported absents himself without leave, he shall be guilty of a Class 4 misdemeanor. A warrant for such offense may be sworn by any officer of the unit to which the soldier or airman who failed to report, or absented himself, is assigned. Any such warrant shall be withdrawn upon the written request of the soldier or airman's commanding officer.
1977, c. 315; 1978, c. 342; 1983, c. 65; 1984, c. 206; 2011, cc. 72, 108.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 44-41.1
What does Code of Virginia § 44-41.1 cover?
Section 44-41.1 ("Failure to report; etc") 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 § 44-41.1?
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Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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How does Virginia § 44-41.1 apply to my situation?
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