Code of Virginia (Last Updated:July 28, 2020) |
TITLE 18.2. Crimes and Offenses Generally |
CHAPTER 5. Crimes Against Property |
ARTICLE 3. Larceny and Receiving Stolen Goods |
SECTION 18.2-105.1. Detention of suspected shoplifter |
A merchant, agent or employee of the merchant, who has probable cause to believe that a person has shoplifted in violation of § 18.2-95 or § 18.2-95 or § 18.2-95 , on the premises of the merchant, may detain such person for a period not to exceed one hour pending arrival of a law-enforcement officer. 1976, c. 515. |