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Appeals bond; indigent parties, appeal of unlawful detainer.

It became law on Apr 13, 2026.

VA HB 221 · House Bill · 2026

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Became law
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Sponsors
2
Latest action
Apr 13, 2026

What it does

Requirement for appeals bond; indigent parties; appeal of unlawful detainer. Removes the requirement for an indigent defendant, as defined in the bill, to post an appeal bond in an unlawful detainer action appealed from the general district court.

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Where it stands

This bill passed and is now law.

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    Apr 13, 2026

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