§ 18.2-423.2. Displaying Noose On Property Of Another Or A Highway ...

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Table of Contents » Title 18.2. Crimes and Offenses Generally » Chapter 9. Crimes Against Peace and Order » Article 5. Activities Tending to Cause Violence » § 18.2-423.2. Displaying noose on property of another or a highway or other public place with intent to intimidate; penalty

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Code of VirginiaTitle 18.2. Crimes and Offenses GenerallyChapter 9. Crimes Against Peace and Order1/27/2026

§ 18.2-423.2. Displaying noose on property of another or a highway or other public place with intent to intimidate; penalty.

A. Any person who, with the intent of intimidating any person or group of persons, displays a noose on the private property of another without permission is guilty of a Class 6 felony.

B. Any person who, with the intent of intimidating any person or group of persons, displays a noose on a highway or other public place in a manner having a direct tendency to place another person in reasonable fear or apprehension of death or bodily injury is guilty of a Class 6 felony.

2009, c. 277.

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