Virginia Law

Code of Virginia

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Chapter 1.
Oaths and Affirmations
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§ 49-1
Form of general oath required of officers
§ 49-2
Form of oath for out-of-state commissioners
§ 49-3
Who may administer oaths to officers
§ 49-4
Magistrates and other officers who may administer oaths and take affidavits
§ 49-5
Officer of another state or country may take affidavit; authentication
§ 49-6
Oath or affidavit required of purchaser of fuel, etc.
§ 49-7
Affidavits for corporations, partnerships, and other entities
§ 49-8
Where fact of oaths having been taken is recorded
§ 49-9
When affirmation may be made
§ 49-10
Use of Bible in administration of oaths
§ 49-11
Failure to take oath