Virginia § 46.2-451 - Action or suit on bond
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 46.2-451 — Action or suit on bond, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46.2-451. Action or suit on bond
If a final judgment rendered against the principal on the bond filed with the Commissioner as provided in this chapter is not satisfied within fifteen days after its rendition, the judgment creditor may, for his own use and benefit and at his sole expense, bring an action on the bond in the name of the Commonwealth against the company or persons executing the bond.
Code 1950, § 46-472; 1958, c. 541, § 46.1-483; 1989, c. 727.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 46.2-451
What does Code of Virginia § 46.2-451 cover?
Section 46.2-451 ("Action or suit on bond") 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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