Virginia Statutes

§ 8.01-228 — Scope of limitations; "personal action" defined

Virginia § 8.01-228

JurisdictionVirginia

Title 8.01Civil Remedies and Procedure

Ch. 4LIMITATIONS OF ACTIONS

Art. 1IN GENERAL

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Va. Code Ann. § 8.01-228 (2026).

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Every action for which a limitation period is prescribed by law must be commenced within the period prescribed in this chapter unless otherwise specifically provided in this Code. As used in this chapter, the term "personal action" shall include an action wherein a judgment for money is sought, whether for damages to person or property.

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Legislative History

1977, c. 617.

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