Virginia Code 25.1-251: Dismissal of proceedings by stipulation of parties; effect of dismissal; dropping parties
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A. Before the vesting of title, or a lesser interest therein in any property in the manner prescribed in this chapter, the proceedings may be dismissed, in whole or in part, as to any such property upon the filing of a stipulation of dismissal by the parties affected thereby. If such parties so stipulate, the court may vacate any order that has been entered.
Terms Used In Virginia Code 25.1-251
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Dismissal: The dropping of a case by the judge without further consideration or hearing. Source:
- Property: means land and personal property, and any right, title, interest, estate or claim in or to such property. See Virginia Code 25.1-100
B. Except as otherwise provided in a stipulation of dismissal or order of the court, any dismissal is without prejudice.
C. The court may at any time drop a defendant unnecessarily or improperly joined.
Code 1919, § 4387; 1934, p. 514; Code 1950, § 25-22; 1962, c. 426, § 25-46.34; 1972, c. 742; 2003, c. 940.