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- HB 1287 Forfeiture of property used in connection with commission of crimes; conviction required.
- HB 1308 Wire, electronic, or oral communications; civil action for unlawful interception, disclosure, etc.
- HB 1329 Out-of-state concealed handgun permits; photo identification.
- HB 1331 Sheriff's office; clarifies motor vehicle markings.
- HB 1350 Personal injury or wrongful death; appointment of an administrator for prosecution of action.
- HB 1353 Sex Offender and Crimes Against Minors Registry; Supplement to Registry.
- HB 1355 Photo monitoring; use of systems to enforce traffic light signals, appeals.
- HB 1366 Sex offenders; prohibiting entry onto school or other property, hearing.
- HB 1367 Temporary injunction; affidavit or verified pleading.
- HB 1397 Divorce; evidence by affidavit.
- HB 1408 Telecommunication records; warrant requirement, prohibition on collection by law enforcement.
- HB 1418 Criminal injuries compensation; confidentiality.
- HB 1427 Felony homicide; felony drug offenses, penalty.
- HB 1445 Cannabidiol oil and THC-A oil; possession of marijuana.
- HB 1469 Marriage certificates; parties able to designate themselves as spouse, bride, etc., on application.
- HB 1474 Detention of delinquent juveniles; offenses causing death.
- HB 1476 Nurse practitioners; expert witness testimony, added to definition of health care provider.
- HB 1486 Workers' compensation; exclusivity of remedy.
- HB 1493 Enticing another into a dwelling house; person who commits certain violations, Class 6 felony.
- HB 1499 Breastfeeding in public places; mother's right.
- HB 1500 Overdoses; definition.
- HB 1506 Deferred and installment payments; condition of all agreements for fines, costs, etc., posting.
- HB 1533 Obscene sexual display in a public place; third offense, penalty.
- HB 1545 United States Postal Service; inspectors.
- HB 1560 Electronic summons systems; towns may assess an additional sum.
- HB 1573 Attorney General or his designee; duty to represent the interests of the Commonwealth.
- HB 1578 DNA data bank; State Police to verify receipt of samples from persons on the Sex Offender Registry.
- HB 1601 Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA); amends Act to modify current version.
- HB 1606 Private police departments; definition.
- HB 1609 Severability; removes clauses by repeal or amendment throughout Code of Virginia.
- HB 1610 Punitive or exemplary damages; consistency provided by changing references to damages.
- HB 1611 Assault and battery; felony when committed against certain persons.
- HB 1635 Defamation; statute of limitations, actions involving Internet.
- HB 1639 DUI; persons convicted under laws of other states or federal law.
- HB 1666 Firearms or ammunition for firearms; petition for permit of restoration of right to possess, venue.
- HB 1693 Civil admission process; alternative transportation.
- HB 1694 Temporary detention order; custody.
- HB 1702 Firearms; transfer, etc., from licensed dealer.
- HB 1717 Psychiatric treatment of minors; objecting minor.
- HB 1718 Private investigators or personal protection specialist; independent contractors.
- HB 1764 Criminal history record information; dissemination, etc., civil actions.
- HB 1767 Unlawful detainer proceedings; satisfaction of judgments.
- HB 1775 Medical malpractice proceedings; health care providers, expert testimony.
- HB 1780 Circuit court clerk; revises certain responsibilities.
- HB 1783 Child support; arrearage.
- HB 1785 Campus police departments; sexual assault reporting.
- HB 1794 Foreclosure sale by trustee in execution of deed of trust; advertisement of time-share properties.
- HB 1798 Fiduciary; qualification without security, issuance of certificates of qualification.
- HB 1807 Cigarettes; possession with intent to distribute contraband, fraudulent purchase.
- HB 1808 Missing persons; search and rescue.
- HB 1819 Motor vehicle accidents; underinsured motorist claims, settlement procedures, subrogation.
- HB 1833 Naloxone; administration by law-enforcement officers.
- HB 1875 Land records; Department of Historic Resources exempted from fee for secured remote access record.
- HB 1882 Writ of actual innocence; bail hearings.
- HB 1905 Landlord and tenant law; retaliatory conduct by landlord.
- HB 1921 Virginia Self-Service Storage Act; notice of default by electronic means.
- HB 1927 Criminal cases; venue for prosecution.
- HB 1928 DNA; analysis upon conviction of certain misdemeanors.
- HB 1946 Administrative subpoenas; electronic communication services.
- HB 1951 Child support; proportionate share of health insurance premiums.
- HB 1955 Cigarette laws; administration and enforcement.
- HB 1957 Juvenile records; DMV information released to certain persons.
- HB 1964 Commercial sex trafficking; penalties.
- HB 1978 Juvenile Justice, Advisory Committee on; changes requirements for quorum and meetings.
- HB 1983 Remote access to land records; indemnification.
- HB 1984 Judicial retirement; any member who attains 73 years of age shall be retired 20 days after convening
- HB 2009 Firearms, certain; law-enforcement certification.
- HB 2015 Creditor process; bankruptcy proceeding exemptions.
- HB 2016 Personal injury or wrongful death action; qualification of fiduciary.
- HB 2029 Concealed handgun permits; background check, exemption for permit holders.
- HB 2035 Lynchburg, City of; establishment of an airport police department at Lynchburg Regional Airport.
- HB 2036 Nicotine Vapor products; prohibits purchase, etc., by minors, packaging, civil penalty.
- HB 2040 Prostitution, pandering, etc.; violation of certain provisions is punishable.
- HB 2043 Incarcerated persons; transfer to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
- HB 2048 General district court or circuit court; payment of funds.
- HB 2049 Preliminary hearing; certification of ancillary misdemeanor offenses.
- HB 2061 Circuit court; electronic filing in civil proceedings.
- HB 2080 Condominium Act and Property Owners' Association Act; notice of sale under deed of trust.
- HB 2082 Emergency care; forcible entry of motor vehicle to remove a minor.
- HB 2092 Sexual and Domestic Violence, Advisory Committee on; established.
- HB 2094 Building Code; limitation of prosecution for violations.
- HB 2112 DCJS; eliminates requirement for training standards for undercover work.
- HB 2120 Strangulation; admission to bail, alleged victim is a family or household member.
- HB 2125 Use of unmanned aircraft systems; search warrant required.
- HB 2129 Barriers to licensure or registration; certain DCJS regulated industries.
- HB 2144 Detention and removal of U.S. citizen from State; SPS shall request notification within 24 hours.
- HB 2172 Courts of record; submission of trial court record to appellate court.
- HB 2206 Conservators of the peace, special; application for appointment.
- HB 2228 Sex Offender and Crimes Against Minors Registry; registration verification.
- HB 2229 Small estates; checks or negotiable instruments.
- HB 2255 Lawrenceville, Town of; DOC to convey certain real property to be used for water facilities.
- HB 2263 Roanoke Regional Airport Commission; may establish police department with law-enforcement powers.
- HB 2286 Firearms or ammunition; possession by convicted felons, restoration of rights, etc.
- HB 2298 Capitol Square; payment of restitution for any damage to Square or any building, etc.
- HB 2314 Bail bondsmen and bail enforcement agents; license suspension when arrested for a felony, reporting.
- HB 2329 Protective orders; compensation for required representation of respondents.
- HB 2355 Electronic communication service or remote computing service; obtaining records, real-time data.
- HB 2368 Involuntary civil admissions; evaluations.
- HB 2369 Conservators of the peace, special; orders of appointment.
- HB 2383 Child support; disabled child over the age of 18.
- HB 2385 Wireless telecommunications device; possession, etc., by prisoner, penalty.
- HB 2396 Surety on a bond; discharge from liability, magistrates.
- SB 685 United States Postal Service; inspectors.
- SB 689 Concealed handgun permits; lifetime permits.
- SB 707 Capitol Square; payment of restitution for any damage to Square or any building, etc.
- SB 709 Computer and other crimes; venue for prosecution.
- SB 710 Human trafficking; new felonies created, penalties.
- SB 712 Higher education; handling of sexual assault cases.
- SB 720 Arrest photos on Internet; penalty.
- SB 721 Seizure of property; receipt required.
- SB 725 Arrest without warrant; procedures.
- SB 730 Juvenile offenders, certain; sentence modification procedure.
- SB 731 Juvenile law-enforcement records; restorative justice.
- SB 736 Courthouse and courtroom security; increases assessment.
- SB 739 State Police, Department of; appointment of supervisory officers.
- SB 761 Personal injury and wrongful death actions; disclosure of address of alleged tortfeasor, etc.
- SB 762 Tenancy by the entireties; property held in trust.
- SB 770 Workers' compensation; exclusivity of remedy.
- SB 773 Psychiatric treatment of minors; objecting minor.
- SB 779 Psychiatric treatment of minors; duration of admission, petition for judicial approval.
- SB 783 Juveniles; confidentiality of records.
- SB 788 Public assistance; changes in custody.
- SB 789 District court seal; Committee on District Courts may also adopt an official seal.
- SB 794 Judicial personnel; testimony of certain personnel.
- SB 825 Digital impersonation; penalty.
- SB 832 Blood samples; person authorized to take samples pursuant to a search warrant, immunity.
- SB 845 Volunteer first responders; immunity from civil liability when in route to an emergency.
- SB 855 Capital cases; determination of mental retardation.
- SB 860 Creditor; satisfaction of judgment required to be noted.
- SB 861 Nurse practitioners.
- SB 862 Medical malpractice proceedings; health care providers, expert testimony.
- SB 865 Intestate estate; administration by person convicted of fraud, misrepresentation, robbery, etc.
- SB 888 Electronic summons systems; fees assessed by towns.
- SB 891 Mechanics' liens; subcontractor's waiver of lien rights.
- SB 892 Overdoses; establishes an affirmative defense to prosecution of an individual, etc., safe reporting.
- SB 903 Problem-Solving Docket Act; established, report.
- SB 908 Police and court records; expungement, court may order without conducting a hearing.
- SB 913 Custody or visitation orders; filing fees.
- SB 914 Sexually violent predator offenses; retention of court case files.
- SB 915 Indecent liberties; venue.
- SB 918 Sex offender registration; verification.
- SB 919 Administrative subpoenas; electronic communication services, sealing of subpoena.
- SB 923 Child support; court may order support for disabled child over age of 18.
- SB 926 Notice provisions; third party commercial carrier.
- SB 936 Unclaimed firearms; donation to Department of Forensic Science.
- SB 941 Protective orders; compensation for required representation of respondents.
- SB 943 Firearms; possession or transportation following convictions for certain misdemeanor crimes.
- SB 948 Concealed handgun permits; sharing of information.
- SB 960 Juvenile on probation; funding for re-entry and release services.
- SB 961 Juvenile Justice, Department of; access to criminal history record information.
- SB 963 Action for personal injury or wrongful death; appointment of administrator.
- SB 973 Assault and battery; when attorney or deputy attorney for Commonwealth is victimized.
- SB 976 Obscene sexual display in a public place; third offense, penalty.
- SB 1028 Court-appointed counsel; waiver application for compensation in child welfare cases.
- SB 1030 Virginia Marine Resources Commission; conveyance of easement across Rappahannock River.
- SB 1035 Felony homicide; felony drug offenses; penalty.
- SB 1053 Civil commitment proceedings; fees and compensation.
- SB 1056 Child pornography and obscenity offenses; penalties.
- SB 1064 Administration of estates; liability of heir or devisee for real estate conveyed.
- SB 1067 Petition for attachment; removes judges from list of persons.
- SB 1074 Sex Offender and Crimes Against Minors Registry; supplement to Registry.
- SB 1085 Value of property; enforcement of liens.
- SB 1086 Medicaid payment; trial for false statement or representation on application, venue.
- SB 1094 Sexual and Domestic Violence, Advisory Committee on; established.
- SB 1098 Juvenile Justice and Prevention, Advisory Committee on; delinquency prevention.
- SB 1100 Enticing, etc., real estate licensee with intent to commit certain felonies; penalty.
- SB 1113 Impersonation via computer; Class 3 misdemeanor.
- SB 1114 Emergency custody order; temporary detention for testing, observation, and treatment.
- SB 1130 Blackjacks and other similar weapons; sale or possession of with intent to sell.
- SB 1132 Concealed handgun; possession on school property prohibited.
- SB 1137 Loaded rifle or shotgun; regulation of transportation.
- SB 1138 Sexual abuse of certain children; penalty.
- SB 1148 Restricted driver's license; activities related to seeking employment.
- SB 1155 Firearms; confiscation, reporting, and return by law enforcement.
- SB 1156 Writ of habeas corpus; service; of writ, dismissal of petition.
- SB 1170 Assault and battery against family or household member; penalty.
- SB 1184 Missing persons; search and rescue.
- SB 1187 DNA; analysis upon conviction of certain misdemeanors.
- SB 1188 Commercial sex trafficking; penalties.
- SB 1189 Electronic communication service or remote computing service; obtaining records.
- SB 1190 Motor vehicle liability insurance; underinsured motorist claims, settlement procedures, subrogation.
- SB 1191 Firearm, stun weapon, or other weapon; possession on school property.
- SB 1193 Academic transcripts; suspension, permanent dismissal, or withdrawal from institution.
- SB 1194 Conservators of the peace, special; registration with DCJS.
- SB 1195 Conservators of the peace, special; training standards, orders of appointment, etc.
- SB 1196 Judicial retirement; increases mandatory retirement age.
- SB 1217 Private police department; definition.
- SB 1231 Cigarettes; possession with intent to distribute contraband, fraudulent purchase.
- SB 1232 Administration and enforcement of cigarette laws.
- SB 1234 Grand larceny; threshold.
- SB 1235 Cannabidiol oil and THC-A oil; recommendation and dispensing.
- SB 1241 Drugs forfeited to law enforcement; disposal when no longer needed for research and training.
- SB 1253 Sexual crimes against minors; extends statute of limitations.
- SB 1263 Civil admission process; alternative transportation.
- SB 1264 Involuntary admission and incapacity information; access by law-enforcement.
- SB 1281 Administrative Process Act; exemptions for certain industries regulated by DCJS.
- SB 1290 Criminal cases; venue for prosecution.
- SB 1297 Stalking; penalty.
- SB 1301 Unmanned aircraft systems; use by public bodies during execution of a search warrant, exception.
- SB 1307 Search warrants; collection of evidence from computers, computer networks, or other device.
- SB 1312 Private roads; covenants, government maintenance and improvements.
- SB 1316 Circuit court clerks; changes to operation of clerks, including electronic records, fees, etc.
- SB 1325 Nicotine Vapor products; prohibits purchase, etc., by minors, packaging, civil penalty.
- SB 1329 Higher educational institutions; memorandum of understanding and policies for sexual assaults.
- SB 1360 Commonwealth's Attorneys Training Fund.
- SB 1361 Incarcerated persons; transfer to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
- SB 1374 Sex offender registry; failure of defendant to register.
- SB 1388 Railroad trains; trespassing, raises penalty.
- SB 1391 Correctional Officer Procedural Guarantee Act.
- SB 1393 Pharmacists; compounding of drugs for use in executions.
- SB 1427 Breastfeeding in public places; mother's right.
- SB 1433 Protective orders; assault and battery; penalty.
- SB 1435 Eminent domain; lost profits and just compensation.
- SB 1441 Transfer of firearms at gun shows; voluntary background check; penalties.
- SB 1450 Privacy Expectation Afterlife and Choices Act; created, undue burden restriction, etc.