Punitive damages; hit and run drivers

Va. Code Ann. § 8.01-44.5:1
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In any action for personal injury or death arising from conduct that constitutes a felony violation of § 46.2-894 , punitive damages may be awarded to the plaintiff. 2026, c. 473 .
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