Virginia § 8.01-297 - Process on convict defendant
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§ 8.01-297. Process on convict defendant
In all actions against one who has been convicted of a felony and is confined in a local or regional jail or State correctional institution, process shall be served on such convict and, subject to § 8.01-9, a guardian ad litem shall be appointed for him. Such service may be effected by delivery to the officer in charge of such jail or institution whose duty it shall be to deliver forthwith such process to the convict.
Code 1950, § 8-55; 1954, c. 543; 1977, c. 617.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 8.01-297
What does Code of Virginia § 8.01-297 cover?
Section 8.01-297 ("Process on convict defendant") 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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