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2002 SESSION
HB 12 Slander and libel; chastity and virtue of a female.
Introduced by: R. Steven Landes | all patrons ... notes | add to my profiles
SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:
Slander and libel. Repeals section providing that slanders and libels concerning chastity or virtue of a female constitutes a misdemeanor. This bill is a recommendation of the Virginia Code Commission.
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HISTORY
- 01/09/02 House: Presented & ordered printed, prefiled 11/15/01 021514226
- 01/09/02 House: Referred to Committee for Courts of Justice
- 02/11/02 House: Left in Courts of Justice