Va. Code Ann. § 18.2-423.2 – Displaying noose on property of another or a highway or other public place with intent to intimidate; penalty | Midpage
§ 18.2-423.2
Va. Code Ann. § 18.2-423.2
Displaying noose on property of another or a highway or other public place with intent to intimidate; penalty
Effective Jul 1, 20092009, c. 277.
A. Any person who, with the intent of intimidating any person or group of persons, displays a noose on the private property of another without permission is guilty of a Class 6 felony.
B. Any person who, with the intent of intimidating any person or group of persons, displays a noose on a highway or other public place in a manner having a direct tendency to place another person in reasonable fear or apprehension of death or bodily injury is guilty of a Class 6 felony.