| Date | 1661 |
|---|---|
| Law/Legislation | Law |
| Jurisdiction | VA |
| Title | Act CIV |
| Description/Full Text | Unruly and incorrigible servants who resist their masters and overseers and lay hands on them shall be required by the court to serve their masters one year after their term is expired. |
| Additional Information | – |
| Source | Black Laws of Virginia, By: June Purcell Guild |
| Transcriber Notes | – |
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