Abusive and Insulting Language
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This is Article 3 of the Code of Virginia, titled “Abusive and Insulting Language.” It is part of Chapter 9 “Crimes Against Peace and Order”, which is part of Title 18.2 “Crimes and Offenses Generally”.
It’s comprised of the following 2 sections.
| § 18.2-416 | Punishment for using abusive language to another |
| § 18.2-417 | Slander and libel |