Enhanced State Protections

SCRA in Virginia

Virginia offers enhanced military protections beyond federal SCRA. Learn about state-specific benefits available to servicemembers.

Virginia's Enhanced Protections

Virginia Military Parent Equal Protection Act

Protects custody arrangements during deployment.

Virginia Code § 56-80.1

Protection from utility shutoffs during deployment.

Joint Base Langley-Eustis Naval Station Norfolk Fort Barfoot Marine Corps Base Quantico Pentagon NAS Oceana Dam Neck

Virginia Department of Veterans Services

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All servicemembers in Virginia are protected by these federal benefits.

Cap interest rates on all pre-service debts, including mortgages, auto loans, and credit cards.

Terminate residential and vehicle leases without penalty when entering service or receiving PCS/deployment orders.

Protection from foreclosure during service and for 12 months after without a court order.

Landlords must obtain a court order before evicting servicemembers or dependents.

Request delays in civil court proceedings when military duties prevent appearance.

Recover overpaid interest even if you didn't request benefits when entering service.

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