Virginia § 8.7-305 - Destination bills
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 8.7-305 — Destination bills, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8.7-305. Destination bills
(1) Instead of issuing a bill of lading to the consignor at the place of shipment a carrier, at the request of the consignor, may procure the bill to be issued at destination or at any other place designated in the request.
(2) Upon request of anyone entitled as against the carrier to control the goods while in transit and on surrender of any outstanding bill of lading or other receipt covering such goods, the issuer, subject to § 8.7-105.1, may procure a substitute bill to be issued at any place designated in the request.
1964, c. 219; 2004, c. 200.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 8.7-305
What does Code of Virginia § 8.7-305 cover?
Section 8.7-305 ("Destination bills") 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 § 8.7-305?
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