Va. Code § 34-28

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

Section 34-28 - Deed of trust, etc., on such property void

Every deed of trust, mortgage or other writing or pledge made by a householder to give a lien on property exempt from distress or levy under § 34-26 shall be void as to such property. However, this section shall have no application to (i) property covered by a deed of trust, mortgage or other writing or pledge given by a householder to secure a loan made for the purchase of such property or (ii) security interests in such property having priority over the claim of exemption as specifically provided in subdivisions 7 and 8 of § 34-26.

Va. Code § 34-28

Code 1919, § 6564; 1938, p. 218; 1940, p. 615; 1992, c. 644; 2002, c. 88.

Amended by Acts 2002, § c.88.

Amended by Acts 1992, § c. 644.

Amended by Acts 1940, § p. 615.

Amended by Acts 1938, § p. 218.