| Date | 1858 |
|---|---|
| Law/Legislation | Law |
| Jurisdiction | VA |
| Title | Chapter 31 |
| Description/Full Text | It is enacted that a tenant for life of slaves who removes them out of the state, or sells a greater interest in such slaves than a life estate, is guilty of a felony. |
| Additional Information | – |
| Source | Black Laws of Virginia, By: June Purcell Guild |
| Transcriber Notes | – |
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