Virginia § 8.01-660 - When affidavits may be read
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 8.01-660 — When affidavits may be read, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8.01-660. When affidavits may be read
In the discretion of the court or judge before whom the petitioner is brought, the affidavits of witnesses taken by either party, on reasonable notice to the other, may be read as evidence.
Code 1950, § 8-601; 1977, c. 617.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 8.01-660
What does Code of Virginia § 8.01-660 cover?
Section 8.01-660 ("When affidavits may be read") 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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