Virginia · Code of Virginia — Title 18.2, Crimes and Offenses

Va. Code (Crimes) § 18.2-212: Calling or summoning emergency medical services vehicle or firefighting apparatus without just cause; maliciously activating fire alarms; venue

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

Calling emergency services or firefighting apparatus without just cause, or maliciously activating fire alarms, is a Class 1 misdemeanor. Prosecution may occur in the jurisdiction where the call originated or was received.

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