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Virginia Code Title 19.2. Criminal Procedure § 19.2-265.3. Nolle prosequi; discretion of court upon good cause shown

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by FindLaw Staff

Nolle prosequi shall be entered only in the discretion of the court, upon motion of the Commonwealth with good cause therefor shown.

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