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Va. Code Ann. § 19.2-265 — Opening statement of counsel

Current through 2026 Regular Session

Part of Article 5: Miscellaneous Provisions, Code of Virginia.

Full text of Va. Code Ann. § 19.2-265

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Va. Code Ann. § 19.2-265Primary source, current through the 2026 Regular Session

On the trial of any case of felony or misdemeanor and before any evidence is submitted on either side, the attorney for the Commonwealth and counsel for the accused, respectively, shall have the right to make an opening statement of their case.

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