Electric Fences

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This is Article 1 of the Code of Virginia, titled “Electric Fences.” It is part of Chapter 28 “Trespasses; Fences”, which is part of Subtitle V “Miscellaneous”, which is part of Title 55.1 “Property and Conveyances”. It contains 4 laws.

It’s comprised of the following 4 sections.

§ 55.1-2800	Definition
§ 55.1-2801	Unlawful to sell, distribute, construct, install, maintain, or use certain electric fences upon agricultural land
§ 55.1-2802	Unlawful to sell other controlling devices unless they meet certain standards
§ 55.1-2803	Penalty