# Va. Code Ann. § 8.7-603: Conflicting claims; interpleader

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_T8.7_P6_S8.7-603

## Section

- **Citation:** Va. Code Ann. § 8.7-603
- **Heading:** Conflicting claims; interpleader
- **Jurisdiction:** Virginia
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Virginia Code / Title 8.7 / Part 6 / Section 8.7-603

## Text

If more than one person claims title or possession of the goods, the bailee is excused from delivery until he has had a reasonable time to ascertain the validity of the adverse claims or to bring an action for interpleader. The bailee may assert an interpleader either in defending an action for nondelivery of the goods or by original action.

Code 1950, §§ 61-19, 61-20; 1964, c. 219; 2004, c. 200 .

## Nearby sections

- [Va. Code Ann. § 8.7-601 Lost, stolen or destroyed documents](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_T8.7_P6_S8.7-601.md)
- [Va. Code Ann. § 8.7-602 Attachment of goods covered by a negotiable document](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_T8.7_P6_S8.7-602.md)
- [Va. Code Ann. § 8.7-603 Conflicting claims; interpleader](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_VA_T8.7_P6_S8.7-603.md)

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