Virginia § 55.1-1247 - Sheriffs authorized to serve certain notices; fee for service
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§ 55.1-1247. Sheriffs authorized to serve certain notices; fee for service
The sheriff of any county or city, upon request, may deliver any notice to a tenant on behalf of a landlord or lessor under the provisions of § 55.1-1245 or 55.1-1415. For this service, the sheriff shall be allowed a fee not to exceed $12.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 55.1-1247
What does Code of Virginia § 55.1-1247 cover?
Section 55.1-1247 ("Sheriffs authorized to serve certain notices; fee for service") 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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