Virginia legal term
License plate in Virginia Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Virginia legislative session
In Virginia criminal law, “License plate” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Virginia criminal code.
What does “License plate” mean in Virginia criminal law?
"License plate" means a device containing letters, numerals, or a combination of both, attached to a motor vehicle, trailer, or semitrailer to indicate that the vehicle is properly registered with the Department. (Va. Code Ann. § 46.2-100)
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