Plain-Language Summary

Virginia Code § 19.2-386.13 states that for review purposes, a final judgment or order in a case is considered final and can be appealed to the Court of Appeals through a writ of error or supersedeas. This law clarifies the process for appealing judgments in criminal procedures. It has been amended several times, including in 1989, 2005, and 2021.

Frequently Asked Questions

A writ of error is a legal procedure used to review and potentially overturn a final judgment or order in a case.

Yes, under Virginia Code § 19.2-386.13, any final judgment or order in a case is deemed final and can be appealed to the Court of Appeals.

A supersedeas is a legal mechanism that temporarily suspends the enforcement of a judgment while an appeal is pending.

Appeals are handled by the Virginia Court of Appeals, which reviews final judgments or orders in criminal cases.