Specific state laws as they apply to the state of Virginia
Last Updated: January 2026 | Verified against current state statutes Quick Answer: How Long Is a Murder Sentence? Murder sentences in the United States vary dramatically by state and the degree of murder charged. First-degree murder typically carries 25 years to life or the death penalty in 27 states. Second-degree murder ranges from 4 years … Read more
Last verified: January 2026. This page reflects current Code of Virginia Sections 46.2-894 through 46.2-902.1. Table of Contents Overview of Virginia Hit and Run Laws Driver Duties After an Accident When Hit and Run Is a Misdemeanor When Hit and Run Is a Felony Penalties Summary Virginia Crash Statistics Notable Cases Frequently Asked Questions Related … Read more
Virginia maintains some of the strictest laws in the country regarding sexting, as the state has not enacted a specific “teen sexting” statute to distinguish minor-to-minor exchanges from serious felony offenses. Under the Code of Virginia, sexting involving minors is prosecuted under child pornography statutes, specifically § 18.2-374.1:1. This means even consensual image sharing between … Read more
Statute of Limitations VA- Summary Virginia’s statute of limitations establishes a deadline before which civil cases – such as lawsuits – must be filed in the state. In relation to criminal charges, it also prevents prosecutors from charging an individual with a crime after a specified period of time has passed. The statutes of limitations … Read more
A Summary of Virginia Whistleblower Laws Virginia is an employment-at-will state. This means employees can be discharged from work for any reason or no reason. However, there are a few exceptions to this doctrine that are used to protect employees from wrongful retaliation. These exceptions include common law protections and statutory protections. Statutory protections are … Read more
Last verified: February 2026 Key Points Primary Law: Virginia Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act (VA Code § 59.1-207.9 to 59.1-207.16:1) Coverage: New passenger cars, pickup/panel trucks, motorcycles, motor home chassis, mopeds, and demonstrators Presumption: 3+ repair attempts OR 1 attempt for serious safety defect OR 30+ days out of service within 18 months Remedies: Replacement … Read more
A Summary of Child Car Seat Laws in Virginia Virginia’s car seat law requires all children to ride on rear-facing seats until they reach age 2. Children should ride on forward-facing seats once they outgrow their rear-facing seats. The law requires children less than 8 years to ride on child restraint devices. Children who have … Read more
Virginia Recording Law Summary: Last Updated: January 2025 | Verified against current Va. Code Ann. § 19.2-62 Quick Answer Virginia is a one-party consent state. You can legally record phone calls and in-person conversations as long as you’re a party to the conversation or have consent from at least one participant. Illegal recording is a … Read more
