Virginia § 56-354 - Conductors, etc., to be conservators of the peace
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§ 56-354. Conductors, etc., to be conservators of the peace
Conductors and engineers of railroad passenger trains, and station and depot agents, shall be conservators of the peace. Each shall have the same power to make arrests that other conservators of the peace have except that the conductors and engineers of passenger trains shall only have such power on board their respective trains and on the property of their companies while on duty and the agents at their respective places of business. Conductors, engineers, and agents may cause any person so arrested by them to be detained and delivered to the proper authorities for trial as soon as practicable.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 56-354
What does Code of Virginia § 56-354 cover?
Section 56-354 ("Conductors, etc., to be conservators of the peace") 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 § 56-354?
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