Abating Public Nuisances Generally

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This is Chapter 1 of the Code of Virginia, titled “Abating Public Nuisances Generally.” It is part of Title 48 “Nuisances”.

It’s comprised of the following 6 sections.

§ 48-1	Investigation of complaint by special grand jury
§ 48-2	Presentment against person causing nuisance
§ 48-3	Permitting continuation of nuisance; presentment against premises
§ 48-4	Service of copy of presentment; defense by person interested
§ 48-5	Fines and costs; judgment of abatement
§ 48-6	Enforcement of judgment in rem