Virginia Code 28.2-557: Unlawful to threaten or hinder surveyor; rights of surveyor; penalty.
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It is unlawful for any person to threaten, resist, or in any manner interfere with a surveyor in the performance of duties relating to oyster grounds. The surveyor shall have the right to enter upon any person’s lands in the performance of his duties.
Attorney's Note
Under the Virginia Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class 3 misdemeanor | up to $500 |
A violation of this section is a Class 3 misdemeanor.
Code 1950, § 28-119; 1962, c. 406, § 28.1-102; 1992, c. 836.