Code of Virginia - Title 18.2 Crimes And Offenses Generally - Section 18.2-340 County ordinances prohibiting illegal gambling

§ 18.2-340. County ordinances prohibiting illegal gambling

The governing body of any county may adopt ordinances prohibiting illegal gambling and other illegal activity related thereto, including provision for forfeiture proceedings in the name of the county. Such ordinances shall not conflict with the provisions of this article or with other state laws and any penalties provided for violation of such ordinances shall not exceed a fine of $2,500 or confinement in jail for twelve months, either or both.

(Code 1950, § 18.1-344; 1960, c. 358; 1975, cc. 14, 15; 1991, c. 710.)

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