Virginia Decodedhttps://vacode.org5943615.2-1700Preservation of peace and good order202515.2-836.121-118Counties, Cities and TownsPowers of Local GovernmentPolice and Public OrderGeneral Provisions

Any locality may provide for the protection of its inhabitants and property and for the preservation of peace and good order therein.

Code 1950, § 15-556; 1962, c. 623, § 15.1-137; 1997, c. 587.