Section 55.1-2810 - Damages for trespass by animals; punitive and double damagesA. If any domesticated livestock enters into any grounds enclosed by a lawful fence, as defined in §§ 55.1-2804 through 55.1-2807, the owner or manager of any such animal shall be liable for the actual damages sustained.B. Punitive damages may be awarded but shall not exceed $20 in any case.C. For every second and subsequent trespass, the owner or manager of such animal shall be liable for double damages, both actual and punitive.Code 1950, §§ 8-874 through 8-876; 1977, c. 624, § 55-306; 1979, c. 486; 2019, c. 712.Added by Acts 2019 c. 712, § 1, eff. 10/1/2019.