The new law repeals the July 1, 2024, sunset on provisions that allow distillers that have been appointed as agents of Virginia ABC, mixed beverage restaurant licensees, and limited mixed beverage restaurant licensees to sell mixed beverages for off-premises consumption and farm winery licensees to sell pre-mixed wine ...
“Rule of law” means everyone must respect and obey the law. Laws reflect what a society thinks is right or wrong. We expect the legal system that our society has established to protect basic rights, promote order, and punish wrongdoing. An important feature of the “rule of law” is that rules apply to everyone.
HB2096, going into effect July 2026, allows judges to order an Intelligent Speed Assistance device to be installed in convicted reckless drivers' vehicles. The device can physically stop a driver from exceeding the listed speed limit.
Class 5 and class 6 felonies. As early as July of this year. But an amended version of the bill thatMoreClass 5 and class 6 felonies. As early as July of this year. But an amended version of the bill that lawmakers feel is more appropriate than the current one would go into effect in January of 2026.
Corporate bylaws are legally required in Virginia. The law doesn't specify when bylaws must be adopted, but usually this happens at the organizational meeting.
Romeo and Juliet Law Virginia Virginia law does provide some leeway with a close-in-age exemption. This affirmative defense, often referred to as Virginia's Romeo and Juliet Laws, allows two young adults between the ages of 15 and 17 the ability to engage in sexual activity without violating any laws.
Constitution of Virginia Like all other state constitutions, it is supreme over Virginia's laws and acts of government, though it may be superseded by the United States Constitution and U.S. federal law.
A notice to show cause is a formal document issued to one party in a dispute. It sets out details of an alleged offence or misconduct. In doing so, the receiving party will have the chance to explain themselves or otherwise face some further consequences.
Motions may be typed by either party, may be filed on the General Notice and Motion Form or may be filed on one of the appropriate forms provided by the Supreme Court of Virginia (located here).
Rule . — All final judgments, orders, and decrees, irrespective of terms of court, remain under the control of the trial court and may be modified, vacated, or suspended for twenty-one days after the date of entry, and no longer.