Virginia Code § 18.2-281 prohibits setting or fixing deadly weapons, such as spring guns or traps, that can be triggered remotely or by contact. Violating this law is classified as a Class 6 felony. The law aims to prevent dangerous, hidden weapons from causing harm.
The law covers spring guns, firearms, or any deadly weapons that can be triggered remotely or by contact, including contrivances attached to wires or strings.
Violators are guilty of a Class 6 felony, which can result in serious criminal penalties including imprisonment.
No, it is unlawful to set or fix any deadly weapon or trap that can be remotely triggered or activated by contact, according to Virginia law.
It applies broadly to any deadly weapon, including spring guns and similar contrivances designed to be triggered remotely or by contact.