Crimes Against Peace and Order

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This is Chapter 9 of the Code of Virginia, titled “Crimes Against Peace and Order.” It is part of Title 18.2 “Crimes and Offenses Generally”. It contains 39 laws divided across 8 structures.

Article 1	Riot and Unlawful Assembly
Article 2	Disorderly Conduct
Article 3	Abusive and Insulting Language
Article 4	Picketing of Dwelling Places
Article 5	Activities Tending to Cause Violence
Article 6	Unlawful Use of Telephones
Article 7	Places of Amusement and Dance Halls
Article 8	Unlawful Paramilitary Activity