Virginia law prohibits individuals from affixing or inserting any words, images, or advertisements into newspapers after publication without the publisher's consent, if it could mislead the public into believing it was part of the original publication. It also bans circulating or selling newspapers that have been tampered with in this manner. Violations are classified as a Class 4 misdemeanor, with each offense treated separately.
It is illegal to alter, insert, or affix any words, images, or advertisements to a newspaper after its publication without the publisher's consent if it could mislead the public into thinking it was part of the original.
Violators commit a Class 4 misdemeanor, and each offense is considered a separate violation with associated legal penalties.
No, circulating or selling newspapers that have been unlawfully altered is prohibited and can result in criminal charges.
Yes, this section of Virginia law is currently in effect; however, Virginia Code § 18.2-211 has been repealed as of 2004.