Virginia § 8.01-590 - Penalty for failure of duty
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 8.01-590 — Penalty for failure of duty, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8.01-590. Penalty for failure of duty
If a general receiver fail to keep the account, or to make out and return the statements required by § 8.01-585, he shall be subject to a fine of not less than $100 nor more than $1,000 to be imposed by the court at its discretion; and the condition of his official bond shall be taken to embrace the liability of himself and his sureties for any such fine.
Code 1950, § 8-733; 1977, c. 617.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 8.01-590
What does Code of Virginia § 8.01-590 cover?
Section 8.01-590 ("Penalty for failure of duty") 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 § 8.01-590?
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