# Va. Code Ann. § 28.2-631: Grounds for clams

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_T28.2_SII_C6_A3_S28.2-631

## Section

- **Citation:** Va. Code Ann. § 28.2-631
- **Heading:** Grounds for clams
- **Jurisdiction:** Virginia
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Virginia Code / Title 28.2 / Subtitle II / Chapter 6 / Article 3 / Section 28.2-631

## Text

The provisions in this chapter referring or relating to the leasing of oyster grounds include the right of the Commissioner to lease grounds for planting, growing, storing, and harvesting clams. The Commissioner may use the same application and assignment forms and procedures for leasing grounds for producing clams as provided for leasing grounds for producing oysters.

1962, c. 406, § 28.1-110; 1970, c. 726; 1992, c. 836.

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