Va. Code § 19.2-270

Current with changes from the 2024 legislative session through ch. 845

Section 19.2-270 - When statement by accused as witness not received as evidence

In a criminal prosecution, other than for perjury, or in an action on a penal statute, evidence shall not be given against the accused of any statement made by him as a witness upon a legal examination, in a criminal or civil action, unless such statement was made when examined as a witness in his own behalf.

Va. Code § 19.2-270

Code 1950, § 19.1-267; 1960, c. 366; 1975, c. 495; 1988, c. 366.

Amended by Acts 1988, § c. 366.

Amended by Acts 1975, § c. 495.

Amended by Acts 1960, § c. 366.