Virginia SB351 prohibits certain civil arrests in courthouses and sets penalties for violations.
Virginia SB351 amends the Code of Virginia to prohibit civil arrests in courthouses for individuals exempt under specific statutes. It mandates that only those with a judicial warrant or order can perform such arrests. Violators face contempt of court charges and may be subject to civil actions for relief. The bill also allows for the recovery of damages by those injured by unlawful arrests.
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