Code of Virginia (Last Updated:July 28, 2020) |
TITLE 15.2. Counties, Cities and Towns |
SUBTITLE II. Powers of Local Government |
CHAPTER 17. Police and Public Order |
ARTICLE 1. General Provisions |
SECTION 15.2-1700. Preservation of peace and good order |
Any locality may provide for the protection of its inhabitants and property and for the preservation of peace and good order therein. Code 1950, § 15-556; 1962, c. 623, § 15.1-137; 1997, c. 587. |