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§ 63.2-1501 — Definitions

Virginia § 63.2-1501
JurisdictionVirginia
Title 63.2WELFARE (SOCIAL SERVICES)
Subtitle IIISOCIAL SERVICES PROGRAMS
Ch. 15CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT
Art. 1General Provisions

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Va. Code Ann. § 63.2-1501 (2026).

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As used in this chapter unless the context requires a different meaning: "Court" means the juvenile and domestic relations district court of the county or city. "Prevention" means efforts that (i) promote health and competence in people and (ii) create, promote and strengthen environments that nurture people in their development.

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Legislative History

1975, c. 341, § 63.1-248.2; 1981, c. 123; 1986, c. 308; 1990, c. 760; 1995, c. 520; 2000, c. 500; 2002, c. 747.

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Confidential records and information concerning child support enforcement
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