First published in 1810, this book is an authoritative guide to the laws and legal procedures of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Written by William Waller Hening, a prominent lawyer and judge of the early American republic, the book provides a comprehensive overview of the duties and responsibilities of a justice of the peace in Virginia. The text includes detailed instructions on legal processes, forms, and procedures, as well as a wealth of reference materials. This book is an essential resource for lawyers, judges, and legal historians alike. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.