Va. Code § 19.2-248

Current with changes from the 2024 legislative session through ch. 845

Section 19.2-248 - Venue when mortal wound, etc., inflicted in one county and death ensues in another

If a mortal wound, or other violence or injury, be inflicted, or poison administered in one county or city, and death ensues therefrom in another county or city, the offense may be prosecuted in either.

Va. Code § 19.2-248

Code 1950, § 19.1-223; 1960, c. 366; 1975, c. 495.

Amended by Acts 1975, § c. 495.

Amended by Acts 1960, § c. 366.