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

Va. Code (Crimes) § 18.2-407: Remaining at place of riot or unlawful assembly after warning to disperse

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

A person who remains at a riot or unlawful assembly after being lawfully ordered to leave is guilty of a Class 3 misdemeanor, unless they are the property owner, lessee, family member, authorized guest, or public officer.

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