59.1-9.13 - Effect of conviction in other proceedings. - Virginia Statutes

§ 59.1-9.13. Effect of conviction in other proceedings.

A final judgment or decree to the effect that a defendant has violated thischapter, other than a consent judgment or decree entered before any testimonyhas been taken, in an action or proceeding brought under § 59.1-9.15 (a) isprima facie evidence against that defendant in any other action or proceedingagainst him brought under § 59.1-9.12 or § 59.1-9.15 (b) as to all matterswith respect to which the judgment or decree would be an estoppel between theparties thereto.

(1974, c. 545.)