Virginia Decodedhttps://vacode.org5778055.1-2810Damages for trespass by animals; punitive and double damages202534-355.1-281155.1-2834Property and ConveyancesMiscellaneousTrespasses; FencesTrespass in Crossing Lawful Fence

A. If any domesticated livestock enters into any grounds enclosed by a lawful fence, as defined in §§ 55.1-2804 through 55.1-2807, the owner or manager of any such animal shall be liable for the actual damages sustained.

B. Punitive damages may be awarded but shall not exceed $20 in any case.

C. For every second and subsequent trespass, the owner or manager of such animal shall be liable for double damages, both actual and punitive.

Code 1950, §§ 8-874 through 8-876; 1977, c. 624, § 55-306; 1979, c. 486; 2019, c. 712.