Va. Code § 44-8

Current with changes from the 2024 Special Session I, ch. 2

Section 44-8 - Governor as Commander in Chief

The Governor shall be Commander in Chief of the armed forces of the Commonwealth, and shall have power to employ such forces to repel invasion, suppress insurrection, and enforce the execution of the laws.

Va. Code § 44-8

1930, p. 950; Michie Code 1942, § 2673(8); R. P. 1948, § 44-8; 1958, c. 393; 1964, c. 227.

Amended by Acts 1964, § c. 227.

Amended by Acts 1958, § c. 393.

Amended by Acts 1930, § p. 950.