Virginia § 8.01-41 - Wrongful distraint, attachment
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 8.01-41 — Wrongful distraint, attachment, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8.01-41. Wrongful distraint, attachment
If property be distrained for any rent not due, or attached for any rent not accruing, or taken under any attachment sued out without good cause, the owner of such property may, in an action against the party suing out the warrant of distress or attachment, recover damages for the wrongful distraint, seizure, or sale.
Code 1950, § 8-651; 1977, c. 617.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 8.01-41
What does Code of Virginia § 8.01-41 cover?
Section 8.01-41 ("Wrongful distraint, attachment") 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 § 8.01-41?
A common citation format is "Code of Virginia § 8.01-41" (Virginia). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Virginia law?
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How does Virginia § 8.01-41 apply to my situation?
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