Virginia Code

Va. Code Ann. § 20-88.46 (2026)

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Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, a responding tribunal of the Commonwealth shall apply the procedural and substantive law generally applicable to similar proceedings originating in the Commonwealth and may exercise all powers and provide all remedies available in those proceedings.

A responding tribunal of the Commonwealth shall determine the duty of support and the amount payable in accordance with the law and support guidelines of the Commonwealth.

1994, c. 673; 2005, c. 754.

Notes of Decisions

Cited in 2 cases, 2000–2010 · leading case: Com., Dss, Ex Rel. Gagne v. Chamberlain, 525 S.E.2d 19 (Va. Ct. App. 2000).

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Com., Dss, Ex Rel. Gagne v. Chamberlain, 525 S.E.2d 19 (Va. Ct. App. 2000). · cites it 2× “” Code § 20-88.46. These remedies are “cumulative and do not affect availability of remedies under other law.”

In Re Request for Jud. Assistance, 748 F. Supp. 2d 522 (E.D. Va. 2010). · cites it 2× “1 (B) (providing that paternity may be established conclusively without a court order by genetic testing or by written agreement), Fitzkee should be able to challenge any preclusive effect of a Svitavy Court determination of parentage in connection with registration and…”

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