Code of Virginia § 19.2-152.11. Venue for protective orders.
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Proceedings in which a protective order is sought pursuant to this chapter shall be commenced where
(i)either party has his principal residence;
(ii)the act of violence, force, or threat by the respondent against the petitioner occurred; or
(iii)a protective order was issued if, at the time the proceeding is commenced, the order is in effect to protect the petitioner or a family or household member of the petitioner.
2012, c. 637 .