Virginia Code 8.01-219.1: Responsibility of possessor of real property for harm to trespasser
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A. A possessor of real property, including an owner, lessee, or other lawful occupant, owes no duty of care to a trespasser except in those circumstances where a common-law right of action, statutory right of action, or judicial exception existed as of July 1, 2013.
Terms Used In Virginia Code 8.01-219.1
- Common law: The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on judicial decisions rather than legislative action.
- Real property: Land, and all immovable fixtures erected on, growing on, or affixed to the land.
B. This section does not affect any immunities from or defenses to liability established by another section of the Code or available at common law to which a possessor of real property may be entitled.
2013, c. 217.