Virginia Code § 19.2-362 restricts courts from remitting fines or penalties, except for contempt fines, which can be partially or wholly remitted during the same court term. The section also clarifies that courts retain the power to set aside verdicts, judgments, or grant new trials. This law aims to limit judicial discretion in reducing fines, preserving the integrity of penalties imposed.
No, Virginia courts cannot remit fines or penalties other than for contempt during the same court term, except as provided in § 19.2-358.
No, this law does not impair the court's power to set aside verdicts, judgments, or grant new trials.
The only exception is for fines related to contempt, which can be remitted wholly or partially during the same court term.
You can refer to Virginia Code § 19.2-358 for additional provisions related to remitting fines and penalties.