Plain-Language Summary

Virginia law § 18.2-100 prohibits tenants from removing crops from leased land without the landlord’s consent until all rents and advances are paid. Violating this is classified as a Class 3 misdemeanor. Section 18.2-101 addresses the illegal sale or removal of goods that have been distrained or levied upon, deeming such actions as larceny if done fraudulently.

Frequently Asked Questions

No, Virginia law prohibits tenants from removing crops without the landlord’s consent until all rents and advances are satisfied.

Such an offense is classified as a Class 3 misdemeanor, which may result in fines or other penalties.

No, it is illegal to fraudulently sell, pledge, or remove distrained goods with the intent to defeat the distress or levy, and doing so can be considered larceny.

Larceny occurs if someone fraudulently sells, pledges, removes, or destroys goods that have been legally distrained or levied upon, with intent to defeat the process.